clap 1 (kl p)v. clapped, clap·ping, claps v.intr. 1. To strike the palms of the hands together with a sudden explosive sound, as in applauding. 2. To come together suddenly with a sharp sound. v.tr. 1. To strike together with a sharp sound, as one hard surface on another: clapped a book on the desk. 2. To strike (the hands) together with an abrupt, loud sound, usually repeatedly: clapped hands in time to the music. 3. To strike lightly but firmly with the open hand, as in greeting: clapped me on the shoulder. 4. To put or place quickly and firmly: clapped the purse snatcher in jail; clapped a lid on the box. 5. To arrange hastily: clapped together a plan. n. 1. The act or sound of clapping the hands. 2. A sudden, loud, explosive sound: a clap of thunder. 3. A sharp blow with the open hand; a slap. 4. Obsolete A sudden stroke of fortune, especially of bad luck. [Middle English clappen, from Old English clæppan, clappian, to throb, and from Old Norse klappa, to clap, pat.] |
| clap 2 (klp) n. Vulgar Slang Gonorrhea. Often used with the. [Probably from obsolete French clapoir, bubo, from Old French clapier, brothel, from Old Provençal, rabbit warren, from clap, heap of stones, perhaps of Celtic origin.] |
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| Noun | 1. |  clapping - a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands togethercommendation, approval - a message expressing a favorable opinion; "words of approval seldom passed his lips" ovation, standing ovation - enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause) hand - a round of applause to signify approval; "give the little lady a great big hand" handclap - a clap of the hands to indicate approval round - an outburst of applause; "there was a round of applause" |
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