Meaning ofclaptrapin English

Noun

1. a device to gain applause; deceit
   The politician's speech was full of claptrap to win votes.
2. meaningless or insincere talk
   The actor's emotional monologue was not just claptrap to get applause.
3. a historical theater sound device
   In the 19th century theater, a claptrap was used to create a loud noise.