Definitions for: Ovation

[n] enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause)

Webster (1913) Definition: O*va"tion, n. [L. ovatio, fr. ovare to exult, rejoice,
triumph in an ovation; cf. Gr. ? to shout: cf. F. ovation.]
1. (Rom. Antiq.) A lesser kind of triumph allowed to a
commander for an easy, bloodless victory, or a victory
over slaves.

2. Hence: An expression of popular homage; the tribute of the
multitude to a public favorite.

To rain an April of ovation round Their statues.
--Tennyson.

Synonyms: standing ovation

See Also: applause, clapping, credit, hand clapping, recognition

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