hail synonyms

hail

n.

hailstorm, sleet, hailstone, graupel, soft hail, ice; see also rain 1, storm.

hail

v.

  1. To salute

    cheer, welcome, honor; see greet.

  2. To call to

    signal, address, speak to; see summon 1.

  3. To praise

    applaud, recognize, acclaim; see praise 1.

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