Meaning & Definition of word "Hail"

noun:

• 1. Small balls or lumps of ice that fall from the sky, often during thunderstorms.
  • Example: The hail damaged the roof of the house during the storm.
• 2. A call to attract attention, often used in expressions of greeting or acclaim.
  • Example: The crowd gave a hail of approval when the band took the stage.

verb:

• 1. To call out to someone to attract their attention.
  • Example: She hailed a taxi from across the street.
• 2. To praise or acclaim enthusiastically.
  • Example: The critics hailed the new movie as a masterpiece.