APPLAUSE

applause, hand clapping, clapping

(noun) a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

applause (usually uncountable, plural applauses)

The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by the clapping of hands, stamping or tapping of the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation.

Synonyms

• acclaim, acclamation, approbation, approval, commendation, plaudit

Source: Wiktionary


Ap*plause", n. Etym: [L. applaudere, app. See Applaud.]

Definition: The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by clapping the hands, stamping or tapping with the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation. The brave man seeks not popular applause. Dryden.

Syn.

– Acclaim; acclamation; plaudit; commendation; approval.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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