THANKS, n. generally in the plural. 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 6.
Thanks be to God, who giveth us the victory. 1 Cor 15.
Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift. 2 Cor 9.
He took bread and gave thanks to God. Acts 27.
