handclap

/ˈhændˌklæp/
noun
  1. The act of striking the palms of the hands together, usually to show approval or keep a rhythm.
    • She learned a simple handclap game to play with her little sister.
    • The audience gave a loud handclap at the end of the performance.
    • The song's chorus is accompanied by a steady handclap beat.
  2. A single striking of the hands together, as in a rhythm or signal.
    • Each handclap marked the beginning of a new verse.
    • He used a sharp handclap to get everyone's attention.
    • The dancers moved in time with every handclap.
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