clapter

English

Etymology

Blend of clap +‎ laughter.

Noun

clapter (uncountable) (neologism)

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

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Anagrams

• craplet, plectra