clap

Meanings

• Verb

  The sound made by clapping one's hands together.

  - "Let's give a big clap for the winner."
  - "The audience clapped politely after the speech."

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Pronunciation

1. /klæp/
   
   
   
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2. /klæp/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

thunderclap

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with clap
map , tap , wrap , snap

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Variants

List of all variants of clap that leads to same result
clap , clapped , clapping , claps , clapt , gonorrhea , gonorrheal , gonorrheas , clap back , clapped back , clapping back , claps back , clap eyes on , the clap , clapback

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Etymology

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Old English clapan, from clapa 'a clap, a blow'.

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Trivia

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1. Clapping is a reflex action that is innate in humans and can be observed in infants as young as 12 months.

2. In some cultures, clapping is considered bad luck or is used to ward off evil spirits.

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Related Concepts

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1. Applause: A prolonged or repeated clapping of hands to express approval or admiration.

2. Clapback: A sharp, clever response to a criticism or insult, especially one made to defend oneself or someone else.

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Culture

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Clapping is a universal form of expression and can be found in various cultures and traditions. It is often used to show approval, appreciation, or to express excitement.

How to Memorize "clap"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize clapping your hands together. Focus on the sensation of your hands coming together and the sound that is produced.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clap' with the sound of hands coming together. You can also associate it with applause or approval.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Clap Like Applause' to help remember the meaning of the word.

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