The meaning of CLAP is to strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise. How to use clap in a sentence.

1. to strike the palms of (one's hands) together, usu. repeatedly, esp. to express approval.

CLAP definition: to strike the palms of (one's hands) against one another resoundingly, and usually repeatedly, especially to express approval. See examples of clap used in a sentence.

There were a few claps, and then embarrassing silence. A clap of thunder is the sudden, loud noise of thunder.

" Please clap " is a phrase used by Jeb Bush on February 2, 2016 while campaigning in New Hampshire during the 2016 Republican Party presidential primaries. [1]

Jan 27, 2026 · clap (plural claps) Two men clapping. The act of striking the palms of the hands, or any two surfaces, together. He summoned the waiter with a clap.

Definition of clap verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

to strike (an object) against something quickly and forcefully, producing an abrupt, sharp sound, or a series of such sounds: to clap a book on the table. to bring together forcefully (facing surfaces of the …

to forcefully strike (the flat surface of an object) against another object or flat surface, making a sharp, short sound. He clapped his book shut. She clapped her briefcase on the table. to strike (a person) …

To clap is to strike your hands together. After an awesome play, an audience will clap and maybe even stand up and hoot. A clap is also any loud or sharp noise or collision, like a clap of thunder. After you …