clapper Definition
- 1a piece of wood or metal that strikes against a bell to make it ring
- 2a mechanical device that opens and closes an electrical circuit
- 3a person who applauds
Using clapper: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "clapper" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The clapper of the bell was broken.
Example
The clapper of the switch is not working properly.
Example
The audience cheered and clapped their hands, but one clapper stood out with his loud applause.
clapper Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with clapper
clapperboard
a device used in filmmaking to synchronize picture and sound
Example
The director shouted 'Action!' and the clapperboard snapped shut.
Example
The clapper rail is known for its distinctive call.
clapperless bell
a type of bell that does not have a clapper and produces sound through other means
Example
The church installed a clapperless bell that uses electronic chimes instead.
Summary: clapper in Brief
A 'clapper' [ˈklæpər] is a device that strikes a bell to make it ring or a mechanical device that opens and closes an electrical circuit. It can also refer to a person who applauds. The term extends into phrases like 'clapperboard,' used in filmmaking, and 'clapper rail,' a bird species found in marshes and wetlands.
