1
as in salutation
an expression of goodwill upon meeting
the volunteer directed the conference participants towards the coffee after offering them a cheerful greeting
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2
as in congratulations
greetings plural
best wishes
when you see him, give him my sincerest greetings
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as in addressing
to acknowledge (someone) by means of spoken words
The host cheerfully greeted the party guests at the door.
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Recent Examples of greeting
Judith Martin, Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2025
For the Oneida Nation, a traditional New Year's greeting is coming back.
—Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 29 Dec. 2025
Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 30 Dec. 2025
The fire broke out while the department was driving around and greeting children for Christmas.
—Joe Holden, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025
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Noun
This may be an issue the generations view quite differently — that mailed thank-yous, birthday and anniversary greetings may be seen as charming but archaic.
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While on the field following the final gun, a number of Broncos players made a point of greeting Kelce, whose future is a topic of interest among NFL pundits.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for greeting
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Others carve out time to mail birthday cards and salutations written in their own hand.—
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He was then honorably discharged, with countless salutations and medals for his heroism.—
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The main challenges include aligning climate finance commitments between developed and developing countries, addressing the socio-economic impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations and ensuring that emission reduction targets are consistent with the latest climate science.—
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By addressing it daily, your clothes chair remains useful for quick drops but won’t become a burden.—
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The salute will take place March 12 (three days before the Academy Awards) at the Ebell theater in Los Angeles, where the Oscar Wilde Awards will celebrate its 20th anniversary.—
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His military salute to the flag during the national anthem got the attention of viewers who wondered whether presidents are supposed to do that.—
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Good morning and welcome to Fox News' morning newsletter, Fox News First.—
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Likewise, people are reaching for warm color schemes and lighting to create a sense of welcome and retreat.—
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“Greeting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greeting. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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