(definition) by Webster 1913 Tue Dec 21 1999 at 23:58:29

Greet"ing, n.

Expression of kindness or joy; salutation at meeting; a compliment from one absent.

Write to him . . . gentle adieus and greetings. Shak.

Syn. -- Salutation; salute; compliment.

 

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