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   applause

   /əˈplɔːz/

   noun

   • 1. approval or praise expressed by clapping: "they gave him a round of applause" Similar clappinghandclappingcheeringwhistling(standing) ovationacclamationcheerswhistlesbravoscurtain callsencoresOpposite booinghissing

   Word Origin late Middle English: from medieval Latin applausus, from the verb applaudere (see applaud).

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   What does applause mean?

   • Applause is a form of recognition we use primarily to show appreciation for a speaker, performer, or honoree. Some performances call for “applause-plus” in the form of a standing ovation, and others for “golf claps,” or a near-silent pressing of the hands together. In either case, you’ve increased the target’s sense of worth.

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   What does it mean when a performer receives applause?

   • Well-recognized politicians, actors, and musicians often receive applause as soon as they first appear on stage, even before any performance activity has transpired. This accolade is given to indicate admiration for their past achievements, and is not a response to the performance the audience is attending.

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   What is a minute's applause?

   • A minute’s applause was held prior to kick-off with both teams joined by a group of former players from each club in in the centre of the field.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishAPPLAUSE | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   APPLAUSE definition: 1. the sound of people clapping their hands repeatedly to show enjoyment or approval of something…. Learn more.

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     APPLAUSE meaning: 1. the sound of people clapping their...

   • Znaczenie Applause, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     APPLAUSE definicja: 1. the sound of people clapping their...

   • Applause: Portuguese Translation

     applause translate: aplauso, aplauso [masculine]. Learn more...

   • Applause: Italian Translation

     APPLAUSE translate: applauso, applauso. Learn more in the...

   • Applause: Catalan Translation

     APPLAUSE translate: aplaudiments. Learn more in the...

   • Applause in Japanese

     APPLAUSE translate: 拍手, 拍手喝采, 拍手（はくしゅ）. Learn more in the...

   • Applause in Russian

     APPLAUSE translate: аплодисменты . Learn more in the...

   • Applause in Polish

     APPLAUSE translate: oklaski, brawa , oklaski. Learn more in...

4. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › applauseApplause Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of APPLAUSE is marked commendation : acclaim. How to use applause in a sentence.

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   Applause definition: hand clapping as a demonstration of approval, appreciation, acclamation, or the like.. See examples of APPLAUSE used in a sentence.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › applauseAPPLAUSE | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   APPLAUSE meaning: 1. the sound of people clapping their hands repeatedly to show enjoyment or approval of something…. Learn more.

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › applauseApplause - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   applause: 1 n a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together Synonyms: clapping , hand clapping Types: hand a round of applause to signify approval handclap a clap of the hands to indicate approval round an outburst of applause Type of: approval , commendation a message expressing a favorable opinion

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9. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › applauseAPPLAUSE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Appreciation or praise, esp as shown by clapping the hands.... Click for English pronunciations, examples sentences, video.