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goodbye Definition and Meaning in English (goodbye definition)

interjection
Synonyms:farewellbyeadieu
Quick Answer • Definition

Goodbye definition: A word used to express farewell when parting from someone.

Definitions of Goodbye

  1. 1interjection(standard)

    A word used to express farewell when parting from someone.

  2. 2noun(standard)

    An act of saying farewell, or a farewell itself.

Example Sentences

“She waved goodbye as the train pulled away.”

“It was hard to say goodbye to her old friends.”

“They exchanged quick goodbyes before heading their separate ways.”

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pluralgoodbyes

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

say goodbyecollocation

To express farewell to someone.

bid goodbyecollocation

To express farewell, often in a more formal or emotional way.

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