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/preɪz/- 1an expression of strong approval or admiration
Give your child plenty of praise and encouragement.
be full of praise for:Guests were full of praise for the food.
high praise (=a lot of praise):Everyone involved deserves the highest praise.
in praise of:a poem in praise of London
win/earn/deserve praise:Christina and Sara won the praise of hospital staff for their bravery.
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