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English → English (WordNet)
Definition: standing ovation
standing ovation
n : enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud
applause) [syn:
ovation]
English → English (gcide)
Definition: standing ovation
Ovation
\O*va"tion\, n. [L. ovatio, fr. ovare to exult, rejoice,
triumph in an ovation; cf. Gr. ? to shout: cf. F. ovation.]
1. (Rom. Antiq.) A lesser kind of triumph allowed to a
commander for an easy, bloodless victory, or a victory
over slaves.
[1913 Webster]
2. Hence: An expression of popular homage; the tribute of the
multitude to a public favorite.
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To rain an April of ovation round
Their statues. --Tennyson.
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3. Especially: A prolonged applause for a person of group
after a speech or performance.
[PJC]
standing ovation a prolonged applause during which the
audience stands as a sign of special appreciation or
admiration.
[PJC]
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