clap
Because it is a word with a single syllable, clap is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy.
Definitions ofclap
- The act of striking the palms of the hands, or any two surfaces, together.
Example: "He summoned the waiter with a clap."
- The explosive sound of thunder.
- Any loud, sudden, explosive sound made by striking hard surfaces together, or resembling such a sound.
Example: "Off in the distance, he heard the clap of thunder."
- A slap with the hand, usually in a jovial manner.
Example: "His father's affection never went further than a handshake or a clap on the shoulder."
- A single, sudden act or motion; a stroke; a blow.
- The nether part of the beak of a hawk.
- A dropping of cow dung (presumably from the sound made as it hits the ground)
- To strike the palms of the hands together, creating a sharp sound.
Example: "The children began to clap in time with the music."
- To applaud.
Example: "It isn’t the singers they are clapping; it's the composer."
- To slap with the hand in a jovial manner.
Example: "He would often clap his teammates on the back for encouragement."
- To bring two surfaces together forcefully, creating a sharp sound.
Example: "He clapped across the floor in his boots."
- To come together suddenly with noise.
- To create or assemble (something) hastily (usually followed by up or together).
Example: "The rival factions clapped up a truce."
- To set or put, usually in haste.
Example: "She was the prettiest thing I'd ever clapped eyes on."
- To shoot (somebody) with a gun.
Nearby Words
17 wordsTrending in English (US)
Terms getting hyphenated by users right now.