<p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to clap the hands as an expression of approval, appreciation, acclamation, etc.: They applauded wildly at the end of the opera.</li><li>to express approval; give praise; acclaim.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to clap the hands so as to show approval, appreciation, etc., of: to applaud an actor; to applaud a speech.</li><li>to praise or express approval of: to applaud a person's ambition.</li></ul><p><strong>End of Response</strong></p>