Hail Definition

hail
noun
  1. precipitation of ice pellets when there are strong rising air currents
  2. many objects thrown forcefully through the air; "a hail of pebbles"; "a hail of bullets"
  3. enthusiastic greeting
verb
  1. praise vociferously; "The critics hailed the young pianist as a new Rubinstein"
  2. be a native of; "She hails from Kalamazoo"
  3. call for; "hail a cab"
  4. greet enthusiastically or joyfully
  5. precipitate as small ice particles; "It hailed for an hour"

"Hail" in song lyrics

See how hail is used in real songs:

  • "Drive slow, beasts on our tail, rain, sleet or hail"
    9th Prince f/ Islord, Ruthless Bastards, T.M.F. — Generation Next
  • "I'm talkin about the country from which you all hail"
    Aztlan Underground — Blood on Your Hands
  • "Then smoke from the same plants, black magic used to hail"
    Bronze Nazareth — Black Royalty

Words that rhyme with hail

Usage tips for "hail"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hail" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hail to find words that pair well.

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