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CLAPS

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

Definitions

How to pronounce claps:

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Claps - 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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Claps - 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 claps her hands in excitement."
"The audience claps enthusiastically after the performance."
"He claps his friend on the back as a sign of congratulations."
"The teacher claps to get the students' attention."
"The baby claps in delight when he sees his favorite toy."
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Word Game Points

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

CLAPS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is CLAPS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, claps is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CLAPS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CLAPS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, claps is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CLAPS has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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