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Το χειροκρότημα
The act of clapping to show approval. It comes from the words 'cheri' (hand) and 'krotos' (bang/noise).
Examples in context
Το χειροκρότημα του κοινού ήταν θερμό.
The audience's applause was warm.
Ξέσπασε δυνατό χειροκρότημα στο τέλος της πράξης.
Loud applause broke out at the end of the act.
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