The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word APPLAUDING
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The straight part
We know that "Naughty gal up in pad giving me the clap? (10)/giving me the clap?" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case naughty gal up in pad giving me the clap? (10)/giving me the clap? = applauding.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does APPLAUDING mean?
APPLAUDING verb- To express approval (of something) by clapping the hands.
- To praise, or express approval for something or someone.
- Applause