hello
/hɛˈloʊ/ interjection A1- A greeting (salutation) said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone’s arrival or presence. · Hello, everyone.
- A greeting used when answering the telephone. · Hello? How may I help you?
- A call for response if it is not clear if anyone is present or listening, or if a telephone conversation may have been disconnected. · Hello? Is anyone there?
- Used sarcastically to imply that the person addressed has done something the speaker considers to be foolish, or missed something that should have been obvious. · You just tried to start your car with your cell phone. Hello?
From the library
“Hello!” replied the Tin Woodman calmly.
Hello, here is my watch!
Hello.
Sam said, “Hello, I need running shoes.”
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