Definition of "ovation" []

• Enthusiastic, prolonged applause. (noun)
• A show of public homage or welcome. (noun)
• An ancient Roman victory ceremony of somewhat less importance than a triumph. (noun)

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• "Emanuel received a standing ovation from the East Room audience when he entered beside Obama and Rouse, who remained several steps away from the podium throughout the event."
• "He received a standing ovation from a crowd of several hundred."
• "There to accept the “Troops Choice” Award for Entertainer of the Year, from presenter Robert Downey, Jr. – the honor was bestowed by members of the military – the Blind Side Oscar winner, looking stunning in form-fitting black, leather mini-dress, received a standing ovation from the audience inside the Sony Pictures Studios in Los Angeles."