hailed
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B2
/heɪld/
(hail)
calling out
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hail' originates from Old Norse, specifically the word 'heill,' where 'heill' meant 'health, prosperity.'
Historical Evolution
'heill' transformed into the Old English word 'hǣl,' and eventually became the modern English word 'hail.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'health or prosperity,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to greet or call out.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to greet or acclaim enthusiastically.
The crowd hailed the victorious team.
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Verb 2
to call out to someone to attract attention.
She hailed a taxi from the street corner.
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Verb 3
past tense or past participle form of 'hail'.
The ship was hailed by the coast guard.
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