Clapping and Hoot

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Clapping noun - A demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together.

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Hoot is an antonym for clapping.

Nearby Words: clap, clapped, clapper

Hoot noun - A vocal sound made to express scorn or disapproval.

Usage example: he ignored the hoots and jeers coming from the back of the crowd and kept on speaking

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Clapping is an antonym for hoot.

Nearby Words: hooted, hooter, hooting

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