cla
pper
Plural
clappers
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a movable muscular organ in the mouth, used for tasting, swallowing, and speech
- He stuck out his clapper playfully to tease his friend.
- The dentist examined the patient's clapper for signs of infection.
- She burned her clapper on the hot soup.
- The baby moved its clapper while learning to speak.
- His clapper twisted awkwardly as he tried to pronounce the word.
2
a simple percussion instrument made of two solid pieces struck together to produce a sharp, rhythmic sound
A clapper is a simple percussion instrument made from two solid pieces of wood or metal that are struck together to produce a sharp, clicking sound. The clapper is typically used to create rhythmic accents or to enhance the texture of a musical performance. It is often used in traditional and folk music, as well as in some orchestral works. The sound of a clapper is bright and clear, and its simple design makes it easy to play and integrate into various musical settings.
- The monk struck the wooden clapper to mark the start of meditation.
- Performers used bamboo clappers to accompany the traditional dance.
- The sharp sound of the clapper echoed through the temple hall.
- The musician played the clapper in perfect rhythm with the drums.
- Ancient clappers were often carved from ivory or hardwood.
3
a metal piece suspended inside a bell that produces sound by striking its sides
- The clapper swung freely, ringing the bell with each gust of wind.
- He repaired the broken clapper so the church bell could toll again.
- The old tower's bell had a rusted clapper that barely moved.
- As noon struck, the clapper echoed across the valley.
- The clapper hit the bronze sides with a deep, resonant tone.
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a person who applauds in response to a performance or speech
- The loudest clapper sat right in the front row.
- Every clapper in the audience rose for a standing ovation.
- She's always the first clapper at school assemblies.
- The comedian thanked each clapper for their support.
- The enthusiastic clapper drew smiles from the performers.
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