Clapped around course (3)
I believe the answer is:
lap
'course' is the definition.
'clapped around' is the wordplay.
'around' says the answer is hidden in the clue.
'LAP' is hidden in the letters of '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" .)