Ac`cla*ma"tion, n. In parliamentary
usage, the act or method of voting orally and by groups rather than by
ballot, esp. in elections; specif. (R. C. Ch.), the
election of a pope or other ecclesiastic by unanimous consent of the
electors, without a ballot.
Ac`cla*ma"tion (?), n. [L.
acclamatio: cf. F. acclamation.] 1. A
shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud
applause.
On such a day, a holiday having been voted by
acclamation, an ordinary walk would not satisfy the children.
Southey.
2. (Antiq.) A representation, in sculpture
or on medals, of people expressing joy.
Acclamation medals are those on which laudatory
acclamations are recorded. Elmes.