applause

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/əˈplɔːz/ English

Definitions

noun

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.

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Synonyms

acclaim acclamation approbation approval commendation plaudit clapping hand clapping clap cheering ovation become taps applaud praise hand applauded congratulations

Associated

cheers gaga laughter encore audience crowd curtain silence enthusiastic spectators

Rhymes

cause because faux pas gauze guffaws quass jaws draws gause glaus

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