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| ahoy |
a word used as a greeting to attract the attention of sailors on a ship. |
| card1 |
a small, thick piece of paper used for messages, such as a greeting card, or postcard. [1/4 definitions] |
| compliment |
(plural) a polite greeting. [1/3 definitions] |
| dear |
(capitalized) used as a greeting that begins a letter. [1/5 definitions] |
| hail1 |
used to express a greeting or acclamation. [1/4 definitions] |
| hello |
a word used as a greeting, statement of surprise, or call for attention. [2 definitions] |
| nod |
to move the head up and down as to show greeting or approval. [1/4 definitions] |
| reception |
way of greeting or welcoming. [1/6 definitions] |
| respect |
(plural) a polite expression of greeting or esteem. [1/6 definitions] |
| shake |
to take the hand of another in greeting or congratulations. [2/10 definitions] |
| trick or treat |
used as a playful greeting and request while carrying out the Halloween tradition of trick or treat. [1/2 definitions] |
| valentine |
a greeting card or gift sent on Valentine's Day. [1/2 definitions] |
| welcome |
a warm or friendly greeting. [1/8 definitions] |
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