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Definition of Ovation

Ovation
Ovation O*va"tion, n. [L. ovatio, fr. ovare to exult, rejoice, triumph in an ovation; cf. Gr. ? to shout: cf. F. ovation.] 1. (Rom. Antiq.) A lesser kind of triumph allowed to a commander for an easy, bloodless victory, or a victory over slaves. 2. Hence: An expression of popular homage; the tribute of the multitude to a public favorite. To rain an April of ovation round Their statues. --Tennyson.

Meaning of Ovation from wikipedia

- The ovation (Latin: ovatio from ovare: to rejoice) was a lesser form of the Roman triumph. Ovations were granted when war was not declared between enemies...
- An ovation is an ancient Roman military honor. Look up ovation in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Ovation may also refer to: A standing ovation, a form...
- Ovation Pharmaceuticals is an American manufacturer and distributor of pharmaceuticals products. It was founded in 2000 by Jeffrey Aronin and is headquartered...
- Ovation of the Seas is a Quantum-class cruise ship owned by Royal Caribbean International (RCI) and the third ship of her class. The Quantum class is...
- A standing ovation is a form of applause where members of a seated audience stand up while applauding, often after extraordinary performances of particularly...
- The Ovation Guitar Company is a manufacturer of string instruments. Ovation primarily manufactures steel-string acoustic guitars (both 6 and 12-string...
- Ovation is an American television network whose focus is on the fine arts and contemporary culture. The network is owned by Ovation LLC, which is made...
- Standing Ovation is a 2010 American musical film written and directed by Stewart Raffill. Produced by Kenilworth Film Productions, Standing Ovation had a...
- Standing ovation may also refer to: Standing Ovation (film), a 2010 musical film "Standing Ovation" (song), a 1980 single by GQ "Standing Ovation", a song...
- MV Seabourn Ovation is a cruise ship owned by Seabourn Cruise Line. The ship was ordered at Fincantieri in December 2014. The construction started on...