👏clap

verb
/klæp/

Meaning

To strike the palms of the hands together, usually to express approval or create a sharp sound.

Example Sentences

The audience began to clap loudly after the performance.

Example Expressions

clap your hands

Synonyms

applaud, cheer, smack, slap

Antonyms

boo, jeer

Collocations

clap loudly, clap hands, clap along, clap for someone

More Example Sentences

She got the audience to clap along.

They were too surprised to even clap.

They were too overwhelmed not to clap.

Related Vocabularies

to clearly show or prove something through evidence, explanation, or action
To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.
To make someone feel sick, with an inclination to vomit.
to change direction suddenly
to emphasize or make something more noticeable
to become involved in something that is not your concern; to hinder or obstruct

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