Clapped round the course (3)

I believe the answer is:

lap

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'the course' is the definition.

'clapped round' is the wordplay.
'LAP' is hidden in amongst the letters.
However, I'm unsure how this is indicated.

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(Other definitions for lap that I've seen before include "place for small computer?" , "Single circuit of track" , "Thighs, when seated" , "revolution" , "Circuit of racetrack" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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