greet

greet · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To give a polite word or sign of welcome or recognition to someone upon meeting.

  2. 2.

    To receive or acknowledge in a specified way.

  3. 3.

    To become apparent to; to present itself.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    greet someone with open arms — to welcome enthusiastically
  • •
    rise to greet — to stand up when welcoming someone

Related words

Antonyms: ignore, snub
See also: greeting, salute, welcome
Synonyms: acknowledge, salute, welcome

Etymology

From Old English grētan ("to approach, address, salute"), from Proto-Germanic grōtijaną.