Clap

/klæp/

The meaning and definition of Clap, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. The act of striking the palms of the hands, or any two surfaces, together.
    β€œHe summoned the waiter with a clap.”
  2. Any loud, sudden, explosive sound made by striking hard surfaces together, or resembling such a sound.
    β€œOff in the distance, he heard the clap of thunder.”
verb
  1. To strike the palms of the hands together, creating a sharp sound.
    β€œThe children began to clap in time with the music.”
  2. To slap with the hand in a jovial manner.
    β€œHe would often clap his teammates on the back for encouragement.”
Synonyms thunderclap

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