noun a name for a woman, combining 'Hail' as a greeting and 'Mary' as a name
In literature, the phrase 'Hail Mary' may be used symbolically to represent a plea for divine intervention or assistance.
Historically, the 'Hail Mary' prayer has been an integral part of Catholic devotional practices and rituals.
In Catholicism, the 'Hail Mary' is a traditional Catholic prayer that is recited to honor the Virgin Mary.
In American football, a 'Hail Mary' pass refers to a long, last-ditch pass thrown in desperation, typically at the end of a half or game.
In popular culture, 'Hail Mary' may be used metaphorically to describe a desperate or last-minute attempt to achieve something.
In literature, the term 'Hail Mary' is used to describe a last-ditch effort or desperate attempt to achieve success or avoid failure.
In psychology, 'Hail Mary' can refer to a high-risk strategy or intervention used when other methods have failed or are unlikely to succeed.