Ovation
Ovation , noun
[Latin ovatio, from ovare to exult, rejoice, triumph in an ovation; compare Greek {not transcribed} to shout: compare French ovation.]
1.
(Rom. Antiquities) A lesser kind of triumph allowed to a commander for an easy, bloodless victory, or a victory over slaves.
2.
An expression of popular homage; the tribute of the multitude to a public favorite.
To rain an April of ovation round
Their statues.
3.
A prolonged applause for a person of group after a speech or performance.
Collocations (1)
standing ovation , a prolonged applause during which the audience stands as a sign of special appreciation or admiration.