clap
/klæp/noun
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The act of striking the palms of the hands, or any two surfaces, together.
Example: He summoned the waiter with a clap.
The explosive sound of thunder.
Any loud, sudden, explosive sound made by striking hard surfaces together, or resembling such a sound.
Example: Off in the distance, he heard the clap of thunder.
A slap with the hand, usually in a jovial manner.
Example: His father's affection never went further than a handshake or a clap on the shoulder.
verb
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To strike the palms of the hands together, creating a sharp sound.
Example: The children began to clap in time with the music.
To applaud.
Example: It isn’t the singers they are clapping; it's the composer.
To slap with the hand in a jovial manner.
Example: He would often clap his teammates on the back for encouragement.
To bring two surfaces together forcefully, creating a sharp sound.
Example: He clapped across the floor in his boots.