n. [ From L. plaudite do ye praise (which was said by players at the end of a performance), 2d pers. pl. imperative of plaudere. Cf. Plausible. ] A mark or expression of applause; praise bestowed. [ 1913 Webster ]
Not in the shouts and plaudits of the throng. Longfellow. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. Applauding; commending. [ 1913 Webster ]