Definitions for: Applause

[n] a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together

Webster (1913) Definition: Ap*plause", n. [L. applaudere, applausum. See
Applaud.]
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.

Synonyms: clapping, hand clapping

See Also: approval, commendation, hand, handclap, ovation, round, standing ovation

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