good-bye
good–bye
noun \gu̇d-ˈbī, gə(d)-\Definition of GOOD-BYE
1
: a concluding remark or gesture at parting —often used interjectionally
2
: a taking of leave <a tearful good–bye>
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good–bye or good–by \gu̇d-ˈbī, gə(d)-\
Origin of GOOD-BYE
alteration of God be with you
First Known Use: circa 1580
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