Greeting: meaning, definitions and examples

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greeting

[ ˈɡriːtɪŋ ]

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formal

A polite word or sign of welcome or recognition.

Synonyms

hello, salutation, welcome

Examples of usage

He raised his hand in greeting.
She greeted me with a warm smile.
The host offered a friendly greeting to all the guests.

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informal

An act or words that show that you are happy to see or meet someone.

Synonyms

acknowledgement, nod, salute

Examples of usage

They exchanged greetings before the meeting.
I'll give him your greetings when I see him.

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formal

To say hello or welcome someone.

Synonyms

address, salute, welcome

Examples of usage

She greeted him at the door.
He greeted everyone with a smile.

Translations

Translations of the word "greeting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cumprimento

🇮🇳 अभिवादन

🇩🇪 Begrüßung

🇮🇩 salam

🇺🇦 привітання

🇵🇱 powitanie

🇯🇵 挨拶 (あいさつ)

🇫🇷 salutation

🇪🇸 saludo

🇹🇷 selam

🇰🇷 인사 (insa)

🇸🇦 تحية (tahiyya)

🇨🇿 pozdrav

🇸🇰 pozdrav

🇨🇳 问候 (wènhòu)

🇸🇮 pozdrav

🇮🇸 kveðja

🇰🇿 сәлемдесу

🇬🇪 მოგესალმებით (mogesalmebit)

🇦🇿 salam

🇲🇽 saludo

Word origin

The word 'greeting' originated from the Old English word 'gretan', meaning to address or welcome someone. Over time, the word evolved to encompass various forms of welcoming or acknowledging someone's presence. Greetings have been an integral part of human interaction throughout history, serving as a way to establish rapport and show respect for others.