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clap

/klæp/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does clap mean?

verb, noun

To strike the palms of the hands together to express approval or applause. A sudden, sharp noise made by striking the palms of the hands together.

Example

"The audience began to clap as the musician took the stage."

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