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Definition applaud in American English

applaud verb

verb
/əˈplɔd/
1

to show that you enjoyed someone's performance, speech, etc. by hitting the palms of your hands together

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2

to praise a decision, action, idea, etc.

Example

They have been applauded for their humanitarian work in Ethiopia.

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Definition applaud in American English