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 Ap·plaud v. t. [imp. & p. p. Applauded; p. pr. & vb. n. Applauding.]
 1. To show approval of by clapping the hands, acclamation, or other significant sign.
 I would applaud thee to the very echo,
 That should applaud again.   --Shak.
 2. To praise by words; to express approbation of; to commend; to approve.
    By the gods, I do applaud his courage.   --Shak.
 Syn: -- To praise; extol; commend; cry up; magnify; approve. See Praise.