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ovation

nounfeminineformal/ɔvɐˈsɐ̃w̃/medium

o·va·ção

Definition

Sustained and enthusiastic applause, especially as a public tribute.
The team received a standing ovation from the crowd.
Her performance earned her a thunderous ovation.
Common collocations
standing ovationthunderous ovationreceive an ovation

Etymology

Do latim 'ovatio, -onis' ('pequeno triunfo').

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