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clapper

noun clap·per \ˈkla-pər\

: a metal ball that hangs inside a bell and hits the inside of the bell to make it ring

Full Definition of CLAPPER

: one that claps: as

a : the tongue of a bell

b : a mechanical device that makes noise especially by the banging of one part against another

c : a person who applauds

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14th century

CLAPPER Defined for Kids

noun clap·per \ˈkla-pər\

: the part hanging inside a bell that hits the sides to make the bell ring

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