Hail ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Hail ( verb )

1. To greet or salute someone, especially with a shout.
2. To call out to someone, especially as a way of attracting attention.

Origin:

Old english hǣlan, hǣlan "to hail", of germanic origin.

Examples:

1. He hailed a taxi to take him to the airport.
2. She hailed her friend from across the street.
3. The sailors hailed the ship as it approached the harbor.
4. The coach hailed the players to come over and talk to him.
5. The tourists hailed the local tour guide for directions.

(As a noun)

Hail ( noun )

1. To greet or salute someone, especially with a shout.
2. To call out to someone, especially as a way of attracting attention.

Origin:

Old english hǣlan, hǣlan "to hail", of germanic origin.

Examples:

1. He hailed a taxi to take him to the airport.
2. She hailed her friend from across the street.
3. The sailors hailed the ship as it approached the harbor.
4. The coach hailed the players to come over and talk to him.
5. The tourists hailed the local tour guide for directions.