Definition of "Clap" :

noun: a sudden very loud noise

noun: a sharp abrupt noise as if two objects hit together; may be repeated

noun: a common venereal disease caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae; symptoms are painful urination and pain around the urethra

verb: clap one's hands together

"The children were clapping to the music."

verb: clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

verb: strike together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise

"Clap two boards together."

verb: strike with the flat of the hand; usually in a friendly way, as in encouragement or greeting

verb: put quickly or forcibly

"The judge clapped him in jail."

verb: strike the air in flight

"The wings of the birds clapped loudly."

verb: cause to strike the air in flight

"The big bird clapped its wings."