What is a clapper in England?
clapper in British English
(ˈklæpə ) noun. a person or thing that claps. 2. a contrivance for producing a sound of clapping, as for scaring birds.
It comes from the times when all important news was spread to the village/town by use of the church bells. The "clappers" in question are the things that clang on the inside of the bell making the ringing sound - a vigorously rung bell implied a sense of urgency or speed.
Three types of wooden clappers were observed; 1) tapping clappers, 2) paired clappers, and 3) bell clappers. All of these clappers are used mainly for beat controlling, singing, and performing. Clappers are also used in some rituals, especially in the royal ceremony, as a beat controller.
(simile, UK, informal) Very hard or very rapidly.
Definition of clapper
: one that claps: such 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.
A group of die-hard Leicester City supporters has been banned from using the club's famous cardboard "clappers" at games. The fan-like items, which make a loud noise when hit into the palm of a hand, are given out before every match.
Clappers are among the earliest percussion instruments in ancient Egypt.
noun Australia, New Zealand The anus.
Fulham have also attempted to improve the atmosphere at Craven Cottage by handing supporters clappers. Ahead of the final game of the campaign, Villa have heaped praise on their own supporters – and appear to have taken a thinly-veiled dig at some of their rivals.
Definition of clapper boy
: a member of a motion-picture camera crew who works the clapper boards and holds the slate up to be photographed.
What type of instrument is a clapper?
A clapper is a basic form of percussion instrument. It consists of two long solid pieces that are struck together producing sound.
The Clapper is a sound-activated electrical switch, sold since 1984 by San Francisco, California based Joseph Enterprises, Inc. Joseph Pedott marketed the clapper with the slogan "Clap On!
Clappers are youth terrorists in the Unwind series. They tend to be unwinds that are injected with a chemical similar to triglyceride. Clappers use these chemicals to explode and cause mass damage in public places. They are triggered by either being hurt or using detonators.
cripes in American English
(kraɪps ) interjection. Slang. used to express surprise, annoyance, disgust, etc. : also cripe.
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I've got it in my head that perhaps it is called a knocker, and someone has suggested a clapper.
The tongue of a bell — the part inside that swings to make the bell ring — is called the clapper. The Liberty Bell cracked the first time the clapper struck the sides of the bell.
The strike may be made by an internal "clapper" or "uvula", an external hammer, or—in small bells—by a small loose sphere enclosed within the body of the bell (jingle bell).
The match report following #TOTLEI. In the 70th minute, supporters at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium have joined in a minute's applause in memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. During today's game, the players are wearing black armbands in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
LEICESTER CITY finally revealed the true extent of the financial crisis gripping the club at the moment. In a letter sent to creditors and shareholders at the weekend, the troubled Foxes revealed they went into administration with debts totalling £74 million, a figure much higher than was expected to be revealed.
What does Clapper mean in New Zealand?
noun Australia, New Zealand The anus.
It's important that the clapper is made from hardwood with a heavy, closed grain so that it holds heat and steam in whatever you're trying to press beneath it. Maple is a common wood used for clappers.
cripes in American English
(kraɪps ) interjection. Slang. used to express surprise, annoyance, disgust, etc. : also cripe.
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Definition of slapper
noun. British slang a promiscuous woman.
Clappers are youth terrorists in the Unwind series. They tend to be unwinds that are injected with a chemical similar to triglyceride. Clappers use these chemicals to explode and cause mass damage in public places. They are triggered by either being hurt or using detonators.
All app users can see the latest trends and people's real lives as they unfold, as well as peruse opinions, news, and talents. The app is free to use, with no ads, fees, or requirements. “As we like to say, Clapper is a peek into people's real lives without any other obligations,” said a spokesperson for Clapper.
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Is cripes a swear word?
Cripes is defined as a slang word used to show disgust or annoyance.
"Cripes" is an exclamation showing surprise or confusion. A phrase that means "a few" in the Wyoming Valley.
creep on (someone or something)
slang To observe, investigate, or become overly familiar with someone or their personal matters in an intrusive or undesirable manner. I felt a little weird creeping on all his social media posts like that, but I wanted to know what he was like was before going on a date with him.
A tailor's clapper is essentially a rectangular block of wood that you lay on top of a seam after pressing to get a crisp and flat seam. So, if you like to have flat seams when you sew (I know I do) then this humble tool can help you!
A tailor's clapper is a flat block of hardwood, often rounded on the ends with routed grooves along the sides for finger holds. It works by absorbing the steam applied to a seam, and locking in the heat. As you press down on the seam with the clapper, the pressure sets the seam flat as the fabric cools.
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