greeting
n. countable A1 Beginner US //ˈɡɹitɪŋ// UK //ɡɹˈiːtɪŋ// greet·ing
n. something friendly you say or do when you meet someone. It can be a word like 'hello' or a physical action like a wave.
n. a polite word or sign of welcome or recognition. Often used to describe the initial exchange in a social interaction.
He gave me a warm greeting when I arrived.
The receptionist offered a professional greeting to every client who walked through the door.
In many cultures, a formal greeting involves specific physical gestures that signify respect for the other person's social standing or age.
By surface analysis, greet + -ing.
Usage
Commonly used in the plural ('greetings') when sending good wishes in a card or letter.