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CLAP

(noun, verb)
There are 10 meanings of the word Clap.

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How to pronounce clap:

Clap - as a noun

A sudden very loud noise

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A common venereal disease caused by the bacterium neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra

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A sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated

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Clap - as a verb

Put quickly or forcibly

Example: "The judge clapped him in jail"

Cause to strike the air in flight

Example: "The big bird clapped its wings"

Clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

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Clap one's hands together

Example: "The children were clapping to the music"

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Strike the air in flight

Example: "The wings of the birds clapped loudly"

Strike with the flat of the hand; usually in a friendly way, as in encouragement or greeting

Strike together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise

Example: "Clap two boards together"

Example Sentences

"She received a round of applause as the audience erupted in a thunderous clap."
"The sound of a single clap echoed through the empty hallway."
"He gave her a clap on the back to congratulate her on the achievement."
"She closed her eyes and felt the gentle clap of raindrops on her face."
"The applause continued with a slow clap that gradually built in intensity."
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Word Game Points

Is CLAP a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, clap is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CLAP has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is CLAP a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, clap is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLAP has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is CLAP a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, clap is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLAP has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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