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Among many species, '''applause''' was a sign of respect and approval. The act of applause was also known as "clapping". |
Among many species, '''applause''' was a sign of respect and approval. The act of applause was also known as "clapping". |
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| − | + | [[Bajoran]]s applauded by clapping the back of one hand into the palm of the other. [[Cardassian]]s applause was generated by tapping a table or armrest with a clenched fist. ({{DS9|In the Cards|Tribunal|Sons and Daughters}}) |
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| + | For [[Human]]s, applause was performed by clapping both palms together. This method was also used by [[alien|non-Human]] [[Starfleet]] officers, and others within the Federation. In [[2376]], it was copied by the [[Qomar]], who used it in appreciation of musical performances. ({{VOY|Virtuoso}}) |
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Revision as of 21:43, 14 October 2010
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Among many species, applause was a sign of respect and approval. The act of applause was also known as "clapping".
Bajorans applauded by clapping the back of one hand into the palm of the other. Cardassians applause was generated by tapping a table or armrest with a clenched fist. (DS9: "In the Cards", "Tribunal", "Sons and Daughters")
For Humans, applause was performed by clapping both palms together. This method was also used by non-Human Starfleet officers, and others within the Federation. In 2376, it was copied by the Qomar, who used it in appreciation of musical performances. (VOY: "Virtuoso")