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An explosive sound, especially of thunder
“Just as I was about to power up the mower, there was a clap of thunder and the rain started.”
An act of striking together the palms of the hands
“When they stop I give them a clap.”
A friendly slap or pat on the back or shoulder
“More than the traditional acknowledgement - a clap on the back - which usually went to sponsors in the past.”
Disease given through sexual relations
To strike the palms of (one's hands) together repeatedly, typically in in applause
“The older students clapped enthusiastically while the newcomer were still a bit hesitant, confused.”
To hit or strike someone or something
“People rushed over to clap Jeff on the back, hug Bethany, and congratulate the both of them.”
To slap with the hand in a jovial manner
(of a bird) To flap (its wings) audibly
“At the sound, the birds rise from their night places; they clap their wide, black wings and settle again.”
To make a loud, deep, resonant sound
(close around or over) To come into contact with (something) so as to encircle and hold it
To make a sudden, sharp noise, or succession of noises
To crackle, to make a crackling sound
To restrain with chains or manacles
To issue, establish or apply as a charge, fine or penalty
Touch roughly
To securely fasten something (to something else)
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