acclamation definition - Dictionary

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ac·cla·ma·tion [ àklə máysh'n ]

noun

Definition:

1. approval: a public and enthusiastic display of approval

2. vocal vote: a vote in which no formal ballot is held but the voters make views clear by shouts or applause

3. Canada unopposed election win: an election victory won through default, owing to a lack of opposition

[Mid-16th century. < Latin acclamation-< acclamare (see acclaim)]

ac·clam·a·to·ry [ ə klámmə tàwree ] adjective