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good–bye
noun \gu̇d-ˈbī, gə(d)-\
Definition of GOOD-BYE
1
: a concluding remark or gesture at parting —often used interjectionally
2
: a taking of leave <a tearful good–bye>
See good-bye defined for kids Variants of GOOD-BYE
good–bye or good–by \gu̇d-ˈbī, gə(d)-\
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Origin of GOOD-BYE
alteration of God be with you
First Known Use: circa 1580
GOOD-BYE Defined for Kids
1good–bye
interjection \gu̇d-ˈbī\
Definition of GOOD-BYE for Kids
—used to express good wishes to someone who is leaving
Variants of GOOD-BYE
good–bye or good–by \gu̇d-ˈbī\
2good–bye
noun
Definition of GOOD-BYE for Kids
: a remark made when someone is leaving
Variants of GOOD-BYE
good–bye or good–by
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