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good-bye

Main Entry:: good–bye
Variant(s):: or good–by \gu̇d-ˈbī, gə(d)-\
Function:: noun
Etymology:: alteration of God be with you
Date:: circa 1580

1 : a concluding remark or gesture at parting —often used interjectionally 2 : a taking of leave <a tearful good–bye>

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