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what is a "golf clap'

by Mrs. Annetta Rohan Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago
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Golf Clap Edit Meaning

  1. An exaggeratedly quiet clapping intended as a show of sarcastic support or disdain. ...
  2. Originally, "golf clap" was used to mean a sarcastic applause, for example the kind of applause that is given when someone drops their food tray in a cafeteria.
  3. A quiet clap appropriate for a golf course. ...
  4. A lewd sexual act involving two males and one female. ...

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Full Answer

What does clapping mean in golf?

1. An exaggeratedly quiet clapping intended as a show of sarcastic support or disdain. c.f. the quiet clapping sound heard on televised golf tournament coverage. Due to the distance between the microphone and the crowd, the golf clap sounds like a nearby crowd of people clapping at minimal volume.

What is a golf-clap?

noun a quiet clap, originating at golf competitions, whereby one pats the base of one palm lightly with the fingers of the other hand. an accomplishment worthy of a golf-clap.

What does the golf clap sound like?

Due to the distance between the microphone and the crowd, the golf clap sounds like a nearby crowd of people clapping at minimal volume. 1. He dropped his fully-loaded cafeteria tray, breaking all the dishes. Naturally, we gave him a golf clap. 2. We cheered Sue as she crossed the marathon's finish line 8 days later with a hearty golf clap.

What is a quiet clap?

a quiet clap, originating at golf competitions, whereby one pats the base of one palm lightly with the fingers of the other hand. Used because it is quieter than "normal" claps.

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What is a golf clap

A golf clap is a quiet and often considered “fancy” way of clapping that involves you tapping the fingers of one hand against the palm of another.

When To Use The Golf Clap

You can use this clap in two different situations. The first being when you want to applaud quietly or symbolically.

Conclusion

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golf clap

1. noun An instance of applause performed in a quiet, restrained manner. Typical of spectators at a golf course, where it is traditional to maintain a quiet, restrained atmosphere. Elsewhere, it can be done in a humorous or mocking way. You're performing in a museum—you're only going to get a golf clap here, not wild cheers.

golf-clap

n. a quiet kind of “patting” applause like that made in golf tournaments. (One had quietly claps against the back of the other hand.) The audience sat there throughout. Not even a little golf clap. I think our act is washed up.

golf clap

used as an expression of sardonic 'appreciation' in the film "Men at Work." That guy just ran that red light - let's give him a golf clap. Last edited on May 14 2011. Submitted by Mr. Blind from MI, USA on Aug 05 1998 .

Where is this slang used?

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