cheerio

[ cheer-ee-oh, cheer-ee-oh ]

interjection

1. goodbye; goodbye and good luck.
2. (formerly used as a toast to one's drinking companions.)

noun

, plural cheer·i·os.

1. a goodbye or farewell.
2. Older Use. a toast of “cheerio!”

cheerio

/ ˌtʃɪərɪˈəʊ /

sentence substitute

1. a farewell greeting
2. a drinking toast

noun

1. a type of small sausage

Word History and Origins

Origin of cheerio¹

First recorded in 1905–10; cheero; source of -i- is unclear

Example Sentences

If that, by implication, means saying cheerio to some existing MPs, so be it.

From BBC

"I'm sad to be saying cheerio. But I am so proud of our achievements over the last 14 years," she added, calling the cast and crew "fabulous".

From BBC

With that, Ms. Jones is out with a "Tah, and cheerio. And have a great night."

From Salon

“Ta and cheerio — and have a great night.”

From Los Angeles Times

Similarly, user u/GewdandBaked said, "I am also a fan of cheerios! It's the subtle hint of sweetness that gets me. Not a huge sugar enthusiast when it comes to the mornings haha."

From Salon

Related Words

• adieu
• bon voyage
• goodbye