1. Plural of alleluia; expressions of praise or joy, especially in religious contexts; shouts or songs of 'alleluia'
Usage: Often used in Christian worship and liturgy; Can refer to the musical setting or hymn containing the word 'alleluia'

Examples

• The choir sang alleluias during the Easter service.
• The congregation joined in with joyful alleluias.
• Medieval composers wrote beautiful alleluias for the liturgy.
• The organist played a series of alleluias to celebrate the holiday.
• Alleluias echoed through the cathedral as the procession entered.
• The children learned several alleluias in music class.