Definition

A word or action used to welcome someone or show friendliness when meeting them.

Example

She gave him a warm greeting when he arrived at the party.

Conversation

Hey! Did you see her greeting when we arrived?

Yeah, it was so warm and welcoming!

I really liked how she made everyone feel special with her greeting.

Definitely! It set a great mood for the whole evening.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Greeting → It originates from the Old English 'gretan' (meaning to approach or address). The word 'greeting' refers to the act of addressing someone or expressing goodwill upon meeting them.

Memory Tip

Think of 'greeting' as the act of 'approaching' someone to 'address' them, which is why it means to say hello or express goodwill.

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