applause
noun [ U ] uk/əˈplɔːz/ us/əˈplɑːz/
C1 掌声
the sound of people clapping their hands repeatedly to show enjoyment or approval of something such as a performance or speech
His speech met with (= received) loud applause. 他的讲话赢得热烈的掌声。
So let's have a round of applause, please, for (= please applaud) a very talented young lady who is going to sing for us. 好，让我们热烈鼓掌，欢迎一位才华横溢的年轻女士为我们演唱。
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- So let's hear some applause for these talented young performers.
- She made her exit from the stage to rapturous applause.
- It was several minutes before the applause died down.
- There was polite, muted applause when I finished speaking.
- The concert hall resounded with cheers and applause.