Meaning of the word greetings in English

What does greetings mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

greetings

US /ˈɡriːtɪŋz/
UK /ˈɡriːtɪŋz/

Plural Noun

words or actions used to welcome someone or to acknowledge their arrival or presence

Example:
He extended his warmest greetings to all the guests.
Seasonal greetings to you and your family!

Exclamation

used as a formal or informal salutation

Example:
Greetings, traveler! Welcome to our village.
Greetings from the sunny beaches of Hawaii!