Goodbye

Noun · English

Meaning 1

a formula used when parting or ending a conversation

(as an interjection)

Example

It was nice meeting you, goodbye!

Meaning 2

an instance or act of saying farewell

(as a noun referring to the act of parting)

Example

They shared a tearful goodbye at the train station.

Synonyms

farewell, so long, cheerio, adieu, bye

Grammar

plural
goodbyes

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