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by acclamation The decision was taken by acclamation. Word Origin mid 16th cent.: from Latin acclamatio(n-) , from acclamare ‘shout at’, from ad- ‘to’ + clamare ‘to shout’, later ‘shout in approval’.
acclamation /ˌæklə ˈ meɪʃən/ noun. Britannica Dictionary definition of ACCLAMATION. [noncount] 1. : strong and enthusiastic approval or praise. Her performance in the ballet earned her thunderous applause and shouts of acclamation from the audience. She has earned worldwide acclamation for her charitable works. 2.
Definition of acclamation noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Definition of acclamation noun in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
acclamation. (ækləmeɪʃən ) 1. uncountable noun. Acclamation is a noisy or enthusiastic expression of approval for someone or something. [formal] The news was greeted with considerable popular acclamation. 2. uncountable noun. If someone is chosen or elected by acclamation, they are elected without a written vote.
by acclamation The decision was taken by acclamation. Word Origin mid 16th cent.: from Latin acclamatio(n-) , from acclamare ‘shout at’, from ad- ‘to’ + clamare ‘to shout’, later ‘shout in approval’.
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