1. the act of striking the palms of the hands together repeatedly, typically to show approval or appreciation

1. present participle of clap; striking the palms of the hands together repeatedly

Examples

• The audience burst into enthusiastic clapping after the performance.
• She was clapping her hands to the rhythm of the music.
• The sound of clapping filled the auditorium.
• Everyone was clapping for the graduating students.
• The children were clapping along with the song.
• His clapping grew louder as the show reached its climax.
• They were clapping in unison during the ceremony.