used especially as a greeting
just called to say hi

HI

2 of 2

abbreviation

1
Hawaii
2
high intensity
3
humidity index

Examples of hi in a Sentence

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Interjection
The closet opened to reveal a large, furry, purple imaginary friend (voiced by Carell) who stepped out and says hi before unleashing a massive sneeze. Jen Juneau, Peoplemag, 14 May 2024 Some staffers loved it (hi, hello), while others were disappointed or worse—bored. Sam Reed, Glamour, 2 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for hi 

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Word History

Etymology

Interjection

Middle English hy

First Known Use

Interjection

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hi was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Hi.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hi. Accessed 18 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

hi

interjection
used especially as a greeting

Medical Definition

HI

abbreviation
hemagglutination inhibition

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