noun
- additional performances given in response to audience applause
verb
- calls for or performs an additional piece after the scheduled performance
Examples
- The pianist played two encores after the standing ovation.
- The crowd demanded encores from the popular band.
- She encores her most famous song at every concert.
- The orchestra rarely encores pieces during weeknight performances.
- Three encores followed the spectacular finale.
- The audience encores enthusiastically after each act.