hails

Greets or signals to someone, often from a distance or with a shout.

"She hails a taxi from the kerb."

Enthusiastically praises or acclaims someone or something as excellent.

"Critics hail the new play."

Describes when frozen pellets of ice fall from the sky.

"It often hails in winter."

Comes or originates from a particular place or background.

"He hails from Manchester."