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Meaning of the word applaud in English

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applaud

US /əˈplɑːd/
UK /əˈplɑːd/
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Verb

1.

show approval or praise by clapping

Example:
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The audience began to applaud loudly after the performance.
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We should applaud their efforts to help the community.
Synonym:
clapcheerpraisecommendacclaimhaillaudextoleulogizeapplaud
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