What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gives swimmer indication that a deal has been agreed (9)" mean?

The definition is "Gives". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HANDS (synonym="=gives, offers (to") + HAKE (synonym="= “swimmer”, i.e. fish") = HANDSHAKE The answer is HANDSHAKE.

Gives swimmer indication that a deal has been agreed (9)

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