Applaud (&unr_;), v. t. [imp. & p. p. Applauded; p. pr. & vb. n. Applauding.] [L. applaudere; ad + plaudere to clash, to clap the hands: cf. F. applaudir. Cf. Explode.] 1. To show approval of by clapping the hands, acclamation, or other significant sign.
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I would applaud thee to the very echo,
That should applaud again. Shak.
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2. To praise by words; to express approbation of; to commend; to approve.
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By the gods, I do applaud his courage. Shak.
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Syn. -- To praise; extol; commend; cry up; magnify; approve. See Praise.
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