Ap*plause" (?), n. [L. applaudere,
applausum. See Applaud.] The act of applauding;
approbation and praise publicly expressed by clapping the hands, stamping
or tapping with the feet, acclamation, huzzas, or other means; marked
commendation.
The brave man seeks not popular applause.
Dryden.
Syn. -- Acclaim; acclamation; plaudit; commendation;
approval.