Learner's definition of APPLAUSE
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: a show of approval or appreciation at a play, speech, sporting event, etc., in which people strike their hands together over and over鼓掌;喝彩 -
He accepted the award to thunderous applause. [=people applauded very loudly as he accepted the award]他上台领奖时台下掌声雷动。
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The announcement was greeted with applause and cheers.这一宣告被报以热烈的掌声和欢呼声。
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The audience burst into applause. [=began applauding/clapping loudly]观众热烈鼓掌。
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The audience gave the performers a big round of applause. [=hand]观众对表演者们报以热烈的掌声。