applauded; applauding; applauds
Definition of applaud
: to express approval especially by clapping the hands
The audience applauded at the end of the performance.
1 : to express approval of : praise I applaud her efforts to lose weight.
2 : to show approval of especially by clapping the hands
Spectators applauded the team.
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The first known use of applaud was in the 15th century
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