vt.

1. 向……鼓掌；向……喝彩
   The audience applauded the singer for three minutes.

   观众向歌唱家鼓掌喝彩达三分钟。

2. 称赞；赞成
   We applauded him for his courage.

   我们称赞他的勇敢。

vi.

1. 鼓掌欢迎；喝彩
   Everyone stood up to applaud.

   全体起立鼓掌。

v.