clapper
clapper Lexical Profile
clapper Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A metal striker suspended inside a bell that produces a ringing sound when it hits the side.
"The cathedral's largest bell remained silent because its heavy iron clapper had broken during the harsh winter."
A device consisting of hinged boards or pieces of wood struck together to make a sharp noise, often used in filmmaking to synchronize audio and video, or as a percussive instrument.
"The camera assistant snapped the clapper shut in front of the lens, sharply marking the beginning of the scene."
A person who applauds by clapping their hands, typically as part of an audience.
"The enthusiastic clappers in the front row kept the energy high throughout the theatrical performance."
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Word Origin & Etymology
From Middle English clapper, derived from the verb clappen ('to clap') combined with the agent suffix '-er'.
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