ETYM Old Eng. preis, Old Fren. preis price, worth, value, estimation. Related to Praise, Price.
(Homonym: prays, preys).
1. An expression of approval and commendation; SYN. congratulations, kudos.
2. Offering words of homage as an act of worship.

1. To express praise for.
2. To glorify (a god or saint) especially by the attribution of perfections
3. To express praise