Word
greets
US/ˈɡɹits/
UK/ɡɹˈiːts/
Definition
v. to say hello or welcome someone when you meet them. You can do this with words, a wave, or a handshake.
v. to address someone with expressions of kind wishes or courtesy upon arrival or meeting. Often involves a physical gesture such as a nod or handshake.
Examples
“She greets every customer with a warm smile.”
“The host usually greets guests at the door and takes their coats before showing them into the lounge.”
“As the sun rises over the valley, the local guide greets the morning with a traditional song that echoes across the quiet landscape.”
Examples
simple
“She greets every customer with a warm smile.”
contextual
“The host usually greets guests at the door and takes their coats before showing them into the lounge.”
complex
“As the sun rises over the valley, the local guide greets the morning with a traditional song that echoes across the quiet landscape.”
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object representing the person or thing being welcomed.
Scan code
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