Definition for THANK, or THANKS

THANK, or THANKS, n. [generally in the plural. Sax. thanc; Gaelic, tainc.]

Expression of gratitude; an acknowledgment made to express a sense of favor or kindness received. Gratitude is the feeling or sentiment excited by kindness; thanks are the expression of that sentiment. Luke vi. Thanks be to God who giveth us the victory. 1 Cor. xv. Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift. 2 Cor. ix. He took bread and gave thanks to God. Acts xxvii.

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