English Reference
noun

greetings

n.
US /ˈɡɹitɪŋz/ UK /ɡɹˈiːtɪŋz/ greet·ings

  1. 01 A1 Beginner

    polite or friendly messages you send to someone, often in a card or at the start of a speech.

    polite expressions of goodwill or salutation, typically used in correspondence or formal addresses.

    Simple

    She sent her warmest greetings to the family in her holiday card.

    In context

    The president extended fraternal greetings to the visiting delegates before commencing the formal negotiations.

    Usage

    Often used in the plural form when referring to messages sent in writing.

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