meet and greet

noun

: a reception at which a public figure (such as a politician or rock star) socializes with press members and other guests
The candidate held a meet and greet with voters.
The pop singer took time for a meet and greet with fans.

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Fans will also be able to purchase different VIP access to the shows, including a meet and greet with the band, a behind-the-scenes tour, and access to a special lounge. Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 17 Oct. 2025 Fans have repeatedly shared their stories of grief and regret during meet and greets, and the members had to learn how to hear those stories, offer support, but not carry the weight of all that hurt with them. Tom Roland, Billboard, 16 Oct. 2025 The event will feature character meet and greets, music, fun and more. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025 The soon to be mother of four has been busy promoting her sophomore album, announcing a tour and hosting a string of meet and greets across the country. Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 26 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for meet and greet

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of meet and greet was in 1960

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“Meet and greet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/meet%20and%20greet. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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