1. exclamations of praise or adoration, especially to God
Usage: plural form; religious context
2. expressions of enthusiastic approval or acclaim
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The congregation sang hosannas during the Easter service.
• Hosannas filled the cathedral as the choir performed.
• The crowd’s hosannas echoed through the church.
• Critics offered hosannas for the director’s latest film.
• The team received hosannas from their fans after winning.
• Hosannas of praise greeted the announcement.
• The politician basked in the hosannas from supporters.