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
Recent Examples on the Web
Get in touch with Cristiano (via email or social media) and Will (via email or social media) for tips, feedback or greetings!
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Will Oremus, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
After the greeting, William traveled with the couple to Horse Guards Parade in London for the ceremonial welcome with King Charles and Queen Camilla.
—Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 25 June 2024
In his debut video, Gu comes across as slightly awkward, with editors trying to jazz up his post by adding a greeting from former NBA basket player Yi Jianlian and cutesy voiceovers and animation.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune Asia, 24 June 2024
Bui, a youthful 42 (blue jumpsuit, Dodger cap, blond hair, glasses), sits near the front door greeting arrivals.
—Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2024
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Will Oremus, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
After the greeting, William traveled with the couple to Horse Guards Parade in London for the ceremonial welcome with King Charles and Queen Camilla.
—Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 25 June 2024
In his debut video, Gu comes across as slightly awkward, with editors trying to jazz up his post by adding a greeting from former NBA basket player Yi Jianlian and cutesy voiceovers and animation.
—Orianna Rosa Royle, Fortune Asia, 24 June 2024
Bui, a youthful 42 (blue jumpsuit, Dodger cap, blond hair, glasses), sits near the front door greeting arrivals.
—Thomas Curwen, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2024
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“Greeting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greeting. Accessed 2 Jul. 2024.
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