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Applaud \Ap*plaud"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Applauded}; p. pr. &
vb. n. {Applauding}.] [L. applaudere; ad plaudere to clash,
to clap the hands: cf. F. applaudir. Cf. {Explode}.]
1. To show approval of by clapping the hands, acclamation, or
other significant sign.
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I would applaud thee to the very echo,
That should applaud again. --Shak.
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2. To praise by words; to express approbation of; to commend;
to approve.
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By the gods, I do applaud his courage. --Shak.
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Syn: To praise; extol; commend; cry up; magnify; approve. See
{Praise}.
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Applaud \Ap*plaud"\, v. i.
To express approbation loudly or significantly.
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