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applause

[ uh-plawz ]

noun

  1. hand clapping as a demonstration of approval, appreciation, acclamation, or the like.
  2. any positive expression of appreciation or approval; acclamation.

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applause

/ əˈɔː /

noun

  1. appreciation or praise, esp as shown by clapping the hands
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other Word Forms

  • ·· [uh, -, plaw, -siv, -ziv], adjective
  • -·ܲ noun
  • ܲa·s adjective
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Word History and Origins

Origin of applause1

1590–1600; < Latin applausus struck upon, applauded (past participle of applaudere ), equivalent to ap- ap- 1 + plaud- clap + -tus past participle suffix
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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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