vote of thanks



vote of thanks

Fig. a speech expressing appreciation and thanks to a speaker, lecturer, organizer, etc., and inviting the audience to applaud. John gave a vote of thanks to Professor Jones for his talk. Mary was given a vote of thanks for organizing the dance.
See also: of, thanks, vote

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Burkett['bɜ:kit]
TopiTO-peeFinnish
Quirinuskwi-RIEN-əs (English), kwi-REEN-əs (English)Roman Mythology, Late Roman
Xavior-English (Rare)
Maximilienne-French
Tecumsehte-KUM-seNative American, Shawnee