clapping
clapping is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. 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. For now, clapping is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofclapping
- 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.
- The action by which someone or something claps.
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