Pronunciation: /ˈklæpɪŋ/
noun the action of striking the palms of the hands together to make a loud sound, typically as a form of applause
A1 The children were clapping their hands in excitement.
A2 She received a round of clapping from the audience after her performance.
B1 The sound of clapping echoed through the auditorium.
B2 The clapping grew louder as the singer took a bow.
C1 The rhythmic clapping of the crowd added to the atmosphere of the concert.
C2 The standing ovation and thunderous clapping showed the audience's appreciation for the play.
verb the act of striking the palms of the hands together to make a loud sound, typically as a form of applause
A1 She is clapping her hands in joy.
A2 The audience was clapping enthusiastically at the end of the performance.
B1 The children were clapping along to the music.
B2 The crowd erupted in clapping and cheering as the team scored the winning goal.
C1 The conductor directed the orchestra with precise movements, eliciting thunderous clapping from the audience.
C2 The standing ovation and continuous clapping showed the audience's appreciation for the actor's brilliant performance.
formal The audience showed their appreciation by clapping at the end of the performance.
informal Everyone was clapping and cheering after the team scored a goal.
slang I was clapping like crazy when my favorite band came on stage.
figurative The sound of clapping hands echoed through the empty hall, a lonely applause for a job well done.
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