clap
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To strike the palms of the hands together, creating a sharp sound.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The children began to clap in time with the music.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To applaud.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To slap with the hand in a jovial manner.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “clap” mean?
To strike the palms of the hands together, creating a sharp sound.
Is “clap” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.