👏clap

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.