Definition of applause Applause

/ʌplɔˈz/ - [uploz] - ap•plause

We found 6 definitions of applause from 6 different sources.

What does applause mean?

Noun Plural: applause
applause - a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together
		hand clapping, clapping
		commendation, approval a message expressing a favorable opinion; "words of approval seldom passed his lips"
		ovation, standing ovation enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause)
		hand physical assistance; "give me a hand with the chores"
		handclap a clap of the hands to indicate approval

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applause (Noun)
The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by the clapping of hands, stamping or tapping of the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation.

applause (n.)
The act of applauding; approbation and praise publicly expressed by clapping the hands, stamping or tapping with the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked commendation.

Applause is the noise made by an audience who are clapping their hands (applauding) to thank someone for a performance. People at a concert usually applaud when the performers come onto the stage. This is a way of welcoming them. At the end of a performance people applaud again to thank the performers.

People may applaud after someone makes a speech or at a sporting match. They will applaud after a play in the theatre or at the end of an opera. The length of applause (how long they applaud for) may depend on how much they liked the performance. If they liked it very much they may also shout "BRAVO!". When an audience applauds with really wild excitement it is called an "ovation". Very occasionally (in English-speaking cultures) an audience might all stand up as well. This is called a "standing ovation".