1. sharp sounds made by striking the palms together
Usage: plural
2. sharp, sudden sounds
Usage: plural

1. strikes the palms of the hands together repeatedly, typically to show approval
Usage: third person singular present
2. strikes something with a sharp sound
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• She claps enthusiastically after every performance.
• The audience claps loudly for the talented musician.
• Thunder claps echoed across the valley.
• He claps his hands to get the children’s attention.
• The loud claps of thunder frightened the dog.
• We heard several claps from the audience.
• The teacher claps twice to signal quiet time.