Definition of hi
—used especially as a greeting
- just called to say hi
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The super-wide leg, the monotone wash, the awkward length...hi, Dad.
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There’s always someone on the main road who says 'hi' to me.
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On top of that, some of our celebrity pals will be dropping by to say hi.
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Origin and Etymology of hi
Middle English hy
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First Known Use: 15th century
in the meaning defined above
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Definition of HI
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Hawaii
2
high intensity
3
humidity index
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Definition of hi for English Language Learners
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—used as an informal way of saying “hello”
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