greeting

[ˈɡriːtɪŋ]

greeting Definition

a polite word or sign of welcome or recognition.

Using greeting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "greeting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She gave me a warm greeting when I arrived.

  • Example

    He greeted his old friend with a hug.

  • Example

    The president received a formal greeting from the ambassador.

  • Example

    I always start my emails with a greeting.

greeting Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with greeting

  • greetings card

    a card sent to convey greetings or good wishes, typically on a special occasion

    Example

    I bought a greetings card for my friend's birthday.

  • season's greetings

    a phrase used to express good wishes at Christmas or New Year

    Example

    Season's greetings to you and your family!

  • exchange greetings

    to greet someone in a polite or friendly way

    Example

    As they passed each other, they exchanged greetings.

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Summary: greeting in Brief

A 'greeting' [ˈɡriːtɪŋ] is a polite word or sign of welcome or recognition. It can be a simple hello or a more formal salutation, as in 'The president received a formal greeting from the ambassador.' 'Greeting' can also refer to a card or message conveying good wishes, such as 'season's greetings,' or to the act of exchanging polite words, as in 'As they passed each other, they exchanged greetings.'

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