Clap — synonyms, definition

1. clap (Noun)

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clap (Noun) — A sudden very loud noise.

clap (Noun) — A common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra.

clap (Noun) — A sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated.

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2. clap (Verb)

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clap (Verb) — Put quickly or forcibly. ex. "The judge clapped him in jail"

clap (Verb) — Cause to strike the air in flight. ex. "The big bird clapped its wings"

clap (Verb) — Clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval.

clap (Verb) — Clap one's hands together. ex. "The children were clapping to the music"

clap (Verb) — Strike the air in flight. ex. "the wings of the birds clapped loudly"

clap (Verb) — Strike with the flat of the hand; usually in a friendly way, as in encouragement or greeting.

clap (Verb) — Strike together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise. ex. "clap two boards together"

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