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clapper
noun clap·per \ˈkla-pər\
: a metal ball that hangs inside a bell and hits the inside of the bell to make it ring
Full Definition of CLAPPER
: one that claps: as a : the tongue of a bell b : a mechanical device that makes noise especially by the banging of one part against another c : a person who applauds
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First Known Use of CLAPPER
14th century
CLAPPER Defined for Kids
clapper
noun clap·per \ˈkla-pər\
Definition of CLAPPER for Kids
: the part hanging inside a bell that hits the sides to make the bell ring
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