1
: a salutation at meeting
2
: an expression of good wishes : regards
—usually used in plural
holiday greetings
Examples of greeting in a Sentence
He addressed the members of the delegation with a formal greeting.
the volunteer directed the conference participants towards the coffee after offering them a cheerful greeting
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The North Carolina shelter said one of its workers was entering the adoption center at about 9 a.m. and heard someone share an enthusiastic greeting.
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Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 12 Feb. 2025
After an exchange of greetings, my partner and his associate will begin discussing work.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2025
The comments section on Haven’s post was filled with warm greetings using their newly public name.
—James Factora, Them, 21 Jan. 2025
The Bidens had a friendly greeting with the Trumps.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 20 Jan. 2025
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Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 12 Feb. 2025
After an exchange of greetings, my partner and his associate will begin discussing work.
—Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2025
The comments section on Haven’s post was filled with warm greetings using their newly public name.
—James Factora, Them, 21 Jan. 2025
The Bidens had a friendly greeting with the Trumps.
—Cate Martel, The Hill, 20 Jan. 2025
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“Greeting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greeting. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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