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happy-clappy [ˈhæpɪˈklæpɪ] Derogatory

adj

(Christian Churches, other) of or denoting a form of evangelical Christianity in which members of the congregation sing and clap enthusiastically during acts of worship

n pl -pies

(Christian Churches, other) Also called happy clapper an enthusiastic evangelical Christian

happy-clappy - Refers to any Christian congregation that is extremely enthusiastic, loud, and musical.

See also related terms for loud.

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