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Term: Greet (Present Tense)

Description:

In the present tense, "greet" refers to the act of acknowledging or welcoming someone with a customary salutation or gesture.

Parts of Speech:

• Verb (transitive)
• Verb (intransitive)

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Verb (Transitive):

When used as a transitive verb, "greet" means to address or welcome someone upon their arrival or at the start of a meeting or event.

Example Sentences:

1. I greet my guests at the door with a warm smile.
2. The hostess greeted everyone with a heartfelt handshake.
3. He greeted his colleagues in the office before settling down at his desk.

Sense 2 - Verb (Intransitive):

As an intransitive verb, "greet" refers to the act of offering salutations or expressions of welcome to another person.

Example Sentences:

1. People greeted each other as they passed by on the street.
2. The crowd cheered and greeted the arriving dignitaries.
3. She gently greeted the elderly woman with a nod as a sign of respect.

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