Howdy (Noun)
Meaning
An expression of greeting; "every morning they exchanged polite hellos".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- As we rode into town, the sheriff offered us a friendly howdy and asked our business.
- The tourist was surprised when the local greeted her with a warm howdy and inquired about her trip.
- The familiar howdy from the neighbor was music to my ears after being away for so long.
- At the county fair, the politician made the rounds, shaking hands, and exchanging howdys with the voters.
- The friendly store clerk offered a welcoming howdy as I entered the shop, asking how she could assist me.