ovation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause)
    standing ovation.

WordNet


O*va"tion noun
Etymology
L. ovatio, fr. ovare to exult, rejoice, triumph in an ovation; cf. Gr. to shout: cf. F. ovation.
Definitions
  1. (Rom. Antiq.) A lesser kind of triumph allowed to a commander for an easy, bloodless victory, or a victory over slaves.
  2. Hence: An expression of popular homage; the tribute of the multitude to a public favorite.
    To rain an April of ovation round Their statues. Tennyson.

Webster 1913