standing ovation — enthusiastic applause where the audience stands up from their seats
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: enthusiastic applause where the audience stands up from their seats
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈstændɪŋ oʊˈveɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The comedian's joke about his mother-in-law was so hilarious that even his wife gave him a standing ovation.
- After the CEO announced a 50% salary increase, the entire company gave him a five-minute standing ovation.
- The opera singer's powerful finale earned her a well-deserved standing ovation from the packed theater.
standing ovation
NOUN[/ˈstændɪŋ oʊˈveɪʃən/]
enthusiastic applause where the audience stands up from their seats
The pianist received a standing ovation after her breathtaking final performance.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Standing derives from Old English 'standan', meaning 'to stand upright'. Ovation originates from Latin 'ovatio', a ceremonial celebration of minor military victories in ancient Rome. The phrase combines these elements, referencing the Roman tradition where crowds would rise and cheer generals during triumphal processions, which evolved into the modern gesture of standing applause.
Breakdown
standing (Old English 'standan', to stand) + ovation (Latin 'ovatio', from 'ovare', to exult or rejoice; originally denoting a lesser form of triumph ceremony in Roman military tradition).
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📝Examples
“The comedian's joke about his mother-in-law was so hilarious that even his wife gave him a standing ovation.”
“After the CEO announced a 50% salary increase, the entire company gave him a five-minute standing ovation.”
“The opera singer's powerful finale earned her a well-deserved standing ovation from the packed theater.”
“When grandma finally figured out how to use her smartphone, the whole family gave her a standing ovation.”
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