standing ovation

/ˌstændɪŋ oʊˌveɪʃən/
/ˈstændɪŋ əʊˈveɪʃɪn/
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Other forms: standing ovations

Definitions of standing ovation
  1. noun
    enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause)
    synonyms: ovation
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    type of:
    credit, recognition
    approval
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