ACCLAMATIONS

Noun

acclamations

plural of acclamation

Source: Wiktionary


ACCLAMATION

Ac`cla*ma"tion, n. Etym: [L. acclamatio: cf. F. acclamation.]

1. A shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause. On such a day, a holiday having been voted by acclamation, an ordinary walk would not satisfy the children. Southey.

2. (Antiq.)

Definition: A representation, in sculpture or on medals, of people expressing joy. Acclamation medals are those on which laudatory acclamations are recorded. Elmes.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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