Dictionary Check: clapping

"clapping" is a valid word!

Scrabble 15 points
Words with Friends 21 points

Definition

noun

a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together

verb

put quickly or forcibly

Example: "The judge clapped him in jail"
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verb

cause to strike the air in flight

Example: "The big bird clapped its wings"
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verb

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

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verb

clap one's hands together

Example: "The children were clapping to the music"
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verb

strike the air in flight

Example: "the wings of the birds clapped loudly"
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