Hail: meaning, definitions and examples

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hail

[ heɪl ]

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weather

Pellets of frozen rain that fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds.

Synonyms

hailstones, ice pellets

Examples of usage

The hailstorm damaged the crops in the field.
We could hear the hail hitting the roof of the house.

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greeting

To cheer, salute, or greet; welcome.

Synonyms

greet, welcome

Examples of usage

The crowd began to hail the victorious team.
She was hailed as a hero for her bravery.

Translations

Translations of the word "hail" in other languages:

🇵🇹 granizo

🇮🇳 ओले

🇩🇪 Hagel

🇮🇩 hujan es

🇺🇦 град

🇵🇱 grad

🇯🇵 雹 (ひょう)

🇫🇷 grêle

🇪🇸 granizo

🇹🇷 dolu

🇰🇷 우박

🇸🇦 برد

🇨🇿 kroupy

🇸🇰 krúpy

🇨🇳 冰雹 (bīngbáo)

🇸🇮 toča

🇮🇸 hagél

🇰🇿 бұршақ

🇬🇪 სეტყვა

🇦🇿 dolu

🇲🇽 granizo

Word origin

The word 'hail' has a long history in the English language, originating from the Old English word 'hagol.' Originally used to describe frozen rain, the verb form of 'hail' developed over time to also mean greeting or saluting someone. The use of 'hail' in a weather context is still commonly used today, especially in regions prone to hailstorms.