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applause
[ uh-plawz ]
noun
- hand clapping as a demonstration of approval, appreciation, acclamation, or the like.
- any positive expression of appreciation or approval; acclamation.
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applause
/ əˈɔː /
noun
- appreciation or praise, esp as shown by clapping the hands
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Other Word Forms
- ·· [uh, -, plaw, -siv, -ziv], adjective
- -·ܲ noun
- ܲa·s adjective
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He marked the achievement with a fist pump and a smile after initial relief, while he got a standing ovation from the fans with Murphy joining in the applause.
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There was also applause when the Pope's simple wooden coffin was brought out.
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Just the mention of the legislation was enough to elicit applause and cheers from the audience.
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As the coffin crossed the square, bells tolled and crowds broke into rounds of applause - a traditional Italian sign of respect.
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Those who stayed offered a smattering of applause, yet it was an empty gesture.
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