English Dictionary

ovation

/ə(ʊ)ˈveɪʃn/

noun

(Ancient Rome) A victory ceremony of less importance than a triumph. / (by extension) A (ceremony for the) recognition of some achievement. / (by extension) Prolonged enthusiastic applause.

The audience gave a standing ovation at the end of the performance.

意味（1）

(Ancient Rome) A victory ceremony of less importance than a triumph.

Triumph, a Solemn Honour done to Generals after great Victories, receiving them into Town with Publick Acclamations; there were two ſorts among the Romans; the Great, that was ſimply called Tr[i]umph; and the Little called, Ovation; […] [I]t was by Special Priviledge that L. Cornelius Lentulus, Proconſul, was admitted to this Honour of an Ovation, in 553. […]

意味（2）

(by extension) A (ceremony for the) recognition of some achievement.

Proceede then in your bleſt Inauguration, / And celebrate this Annuall Ovation; / Whilſt you nor this way, nor to that way leane, / But ſhunne th' extreames, to keepe the golden meane.

意味（3）

(by extension) Prolonged enthusiastic applause.

First things first – everyone at Southampton enjoyed a thrilling Euro 2020 qualifier that led to a rousing ovation for both sides at the conclusion of England's chaotic 5-3 victory.