good morning

American  

interjection

1. a conventional expression at meeting or parting in the morning.

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good morning British  

1. a conventional expression of greeting or farewell used in the morning

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good morning Idioms  

1. see under good day.

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Example Sentences

A shriek broke the dawn on the savannah, followed by more screeches and the rustle of branches: The wild Fongoli chimps were bidding each other good morning in the dry, scraggly Sahel.

From Barron's • Jan. 15, 2026

"We have a photo of her in the studio, and I know she is with us every day. I always say good morning to her," she explained.

From BBC • Oct. 5, 2025

Then, just as suddenly, the scene cuts to black before transitioning into a glimpse of a younger Ellie waking up in her bed, smiling as Joel steps through her bedroom door to say good morning.

From Salon • May 19, 2025

“It’s probably better to say, ‘Say good morning to Sean.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2025

Frankie boarded the bus first and said good morning to the driver.

From "The Red Umbrella" by Christina Gonzalez