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Interpretrator said:
I admit I didn't understand the "25 shape" either as I've only heard it referred to as the "open 8" handshape. That's how it's listed in the ASL Handshape Dictionary. Yet another reminder that there is never only one way to say, sign, or reference anything relating to ASL. :)
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Originally (years ago) I learned it as the "sensitive" hand shape.

I recently read a book, Hand Jive, that described it as the "25" handshape. I figured I was just behind the times. :D
 
A friend just last night told me he signs "hang" and then "out" but his sister who is also Deaf didn't like that. He likes "socialize" better but she is older so that may have something to do with it.
 
Southern said:
A friend just last night told me he signs "hang" and then "out" but his sister who is also Deaf didn't like that. He likes "socialize" better but she is older so that may have something to do with it.
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I've not seen it signed that way. Maybe that's a local sign. :dunno:

Friends "hanging out" aren't necessarily going "out" somewhere. They can "hang out" in someone's house or dorm room. Example: "My friends came over to my place, and we just hung out for a few hours."

I think the concept is more about relaxing and socializing with friends, with no particular goal.

Similar word concept is "chill".

Slang

1. To calm down or relax. Often used with "out".
2. To pass time idly; loiter. Often used with "out".
3. To keep company; see socially. Often used with "out".


Sometimes the phrase has a negative connotation:

"He picked up his bad habits from hanging out with losers."
 
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