greeting

noun

greet·​ing ˈgrē-tiŋ 

1

: a salutation at meeting

2

: an expression of good wishes : regards

—usually used in plural

holiday greetings

Synonyms

• hello
• salutation
• salute
• welcome

Examples of greeting in a Sentence

He addressed the members of the delegation with a formal greeting.

the volunteer directed the conference participants towards the coffee after offering them a cheerful greeting

Recent Examples on the Web

Their excitement peaked upon discovering Smith walking among them after the screening, leading fans to swarm him for greetings and pictures. —Greg Braxton, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2024

Researchers used machine learning to analyze 469 contact, greeting and caregiving rumbles made by wild savanna elephants in Kenya and discovered that the animals use specific vocal labels to identify one another. —Marta Zaraska, Scientific American, 10 June 2024

From Waste to Wonderful: A Heartwarming Blend The bond between Brie’s family and Loubet continues to run deep beyond their Friday greetings. —Esther Piccolino, Miami Herald, 31 May 2024

Taylor Swift is giving Swifties a warm greeting in Portugal! —Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 25 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing greeting

• greeting card
• in greeting

Kids Definition

greeting

noun

greet·​ing

1

: salutation

2

: an expression of good wishes : regards

—usually used in plural