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applause

2 definitions • 2 examples
1
the sound of people clapping their hands repeatedly to show enjoyment or approval of something such as a performance or speech:

Examples:

His speech met with (= received) loud applause.
So let's have a round of applause, please, for (= please applaud) a very talented young lady who is going to sing for us.
2
the action or sound made by a number of people clapping their hands repeatedly to show their enjoyment or approval, esp. of a performance or speech

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