Greeting

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Expression of kindness or joy; salutation at meeting; a compliment from one absent. Write to him . . . gentle adieus and greetings. - Shak.

Noun

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greeting - (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting) Synonyms: salutation

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