Clapper

A Clapper is a part of a bell that swings to strike the sides and produce sound. It is typically a metal tongue or hammer suspended inside the bell. The clapper's movement and impact generate the distinctive ringing sound. In a broader sense, 'clapper' can refer to any device that makes a clacking sound, such as in a film slate or a signaling device. It can also colloquially refer to a hand or a person who claps.

Clapper meaning with examples

• The old church bell hadn't been rung in decades, its Clapper rusted solid. Restoring the Clapper would be the first step towards bringing back the familiar sound. Finally, after much work, the volunteers managed to free the Clapper, eager for the first chime. Soon the town would once again be awash with that resonant sound. The rhythmic clang of the Clapper would reverberate around the village.
• The film crew prepared for the next take, the sound recordist holding the clapperboard high. With a sharp clap, the Clapper announced the beginning of the scene. Its audible 'clack' synced the audio and visual recordings perfectly. Before the action could commence, the clapperboard was closed, signaling readiness. This essential step would enable accurate editing and synchronization.
• The audience's enthusiasm erupted with applause, their hands forming a symphony of clappers. Each enthusiastic Clapper provided positive feedback for the amazing show. The sound grew with the crescendo of excitement building in anticipation of the encore. It was the best response anyone could hope for, so much cheering by many clappers.
• The signaling device consisted of a wooden box containing a series of rotating clappers. The clappers produced a unique series of clicks to send Morse code messages. The rhythmic clicking was a signal to begin the process to give the vital message. In each signal a particular Clapper indicated a character of the word.