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ovation

o·va·tion [ ō váysh'n ] (plural o·va·tions)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. loud and long applause: enthusiastic applause or cheering, especially from a crowd or large group of people

2. Roman victory celebration: an ancient Roman victory ceremony for a returning military hero

[Mid-16th century. Via Latin ovation-< ovare "rejoice"; from an imitation of the sound of exulting]

o·va·tion·al adjective
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