[f. the vb.] The act of acclaiming: acclamation, applause; a shout of applause. (Mostly poetic.)
1667. Milton, P. L., XI. 519. All the host of Hell With deafening shout returned them loud acclaim.
1699. Dryden, Pal. & Arcite, 525. The vaulted firmament With loud acclaims and vast applause is rent.
1810. Scott, Lady of L., II. xxi. Echoing back with shrill acclaim, And chorus wild the chieftain’s name.
1859. Tennent, Ceylon, II. X. ii. 600. Universal acclaim pronounces Minery … the most charming sylvan spot in Ceylon.
