A representation, in sculpture or on medals, of people expressing joy.
An oral vote taken without formal ballot and with much fanfare; typically an overwhelmingly affirmative vote.
A shout of approbation, favor, or assent; eager expression of approval; loud applause.
The act of winning an election to a post because there were no other candidates.
Honors. From the Ancient Greek practice of crowning victors with a branch from the laurel bush, sacred to Apollo.