Ovación (en. Ovation)

/oβaˈθjon/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of being empty.
The ovation of the container indicates that there is nothing left inside.
La ovación del recipiente indica que no queda nada en su interior.
Action of emptying something.
The ovation of the bottle was completed when all the contents were served.
La ovación de la botella se completó cuando se sirvió todo el contenido.
In some contexts, it refers to an unoccupied space.
The ovation in the room made it feel larger.
La ovación en la sala hizo que se sintiera más amplia.

Etymology

Derives from the Latin 'vacatio', which means 'vacant' or 'free'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

popular ovation
Massive support or collective applause from the audience towards something or someone.
ovación popular
to live in ovation
To be in a state of constant euphoria or recognition.
vivir en la ovación
to give an ovation
To applaud or show recognition to someone for their achievements.
dar una ovación

Related Words

empty
State of lack of content or substance.
vacío
vacation
Period of time in which regular activities are interrupted to rest or travel.
vacación
clear
Free of obstacles, clear.
despejado

Slang Meanings

Loud and effusive applause.
The ovation he received at the end of the concert was impressive.
La ovación que recibió al final del concierto fue impresionante.
Finishing something abruptly.
After the discussion, he left the project in ovation.
Después de discutir, dejó el proyecto en ovación.