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    Clapperton (en. Clapperton)

    [klapəʁtɔ̃]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A piece that strikes to produce a sound, often used in sound devices.
    The clapperton of the bell resonated throughout the valley.
    Le clapperton de la cloche a résonné dans toute la vallée.
    A bell mechanism activated by a striker.
    The clapperton was in perfect condition, ready to ring.
    Le clapperton était en parfait état, prêt à sonner.
    A term used to designate a varied striking device.
    In the garden, they added a clapperton to attract the birds.
    Dans le jardin, ils ont rajouté un clapperton pour attirer les oiseaux.

    Etymology

    Of French origin, derived from the old French 'claper', which means 'to hit'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to sound like a clapperton
    to produce a loud and clear sound.
    sonner comme un clapperton
    to have clapperton
    to be fit or to be effective.
    avoir du clapperton
    to hit like a clapperton
    to act with strength and determination.
    frapper comme un clapperton

    Related Words

    bell
    A metal instrument that produces a sound when struck.
    cloche
    striker
    An object or a person that strikes.
    batteur
    to hit
    Action of touching something forcefully.
    frapper

    Slang Meanings

    To refer to someone who talks a lot.
    He is just clappertoning all evening.
    Il ne fait que clappertonner toute la soirée.
    A way to describe a noisy situation.
    This party is a real clapperton!
    Cette fête, c'est un vrai clapperton!