ova·tion 
/oʊˈveɪʃən/ noun
plural ova·tions /oʊˈveɪʃən/ noun [count] : an occurrence in which a group of people at a play, speech, sporting event, etc., show enthusiastic approval or appreciation by clapping their hands together over and over
▪ They gave her a long ovation. [=they applauded her for a long time] ▪ He was welcomed by/with a warm ovation when he came out onto the stage. — see also standing ovation
▪ They gave her a long ovation. [=they applauded her for a long time] ▪ He was welcomed by/with a warm ovation when he came out onto the stage. — see also standing ovation
