greeting noun
plural greetings 1 : something that is said or done to show people that you are happy to meet or see them [count] ▪ He addressed the members of the delegation with a formal greeting. ▪ The delegates exchanged greetings. [noncount] ▪ He held out his hand in greeting. [=as a way to greet someone] 2 [count] : a message that expresses good wishes to someone — usually plural ▪ My sister sends you greetings. ▪ holiday/season's greetings
