1. past tense of hosanna; greeted or praised enthusiastically with shouts of 'hosanna'
Usage: literary or religious context; often used in historical or biblical narratives

Examples

• The crowds hosannaed Jesus as he entered Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.
• The returning hero was hosannaed by thousands of grateful citizens.
• Children hosannaed the visiting dignitary with palm branches and songs.
• The congregation hosannaed the newly ordained priest during the ceremony.
• Ancient texts describe how pilgrims hosannaed the sacred procession.