Clapped around course (3)
I believe the answer is:
lap
'course' is the definition.
'clapped around' is the wordplay.
'around' indicates a hidden word.
'LAP' can be found hidden inside 'clapped'.
(Other definitions for lap that I've seen before include "One circuit of a course" , "revolution" , "Thighs, when seated" , "Knees" , "Drink (like dog), circuit" .)