clapter

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Blend of clap +‎ laughter

Noun[edit]

clapter (uncountable) (neologism)

  1. The sound of applause or clapping.
  2. A type of clapping or applause in comedy when a comedian delivers a joke with the purpose of making the audience applaud and agree instead of laugh.

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