farewell — an act of parting or of marking someone's departure
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an act of parting or of marking someone's departure
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌferˈwel/
Example Sentences
- The retirement party was a grand farewell for our beloved boss.
- My cat gave me a dramatic farewell every morning, as if I was leaving forever.
- After three years of college, it was hard to bid farewell to my roommate.
farewell
NOUN[/ˌferˈwel/]
an act of parting or of marking someone's departure
The classmates held a farewell party for their teacher.
The friends exchanged a heartfelt farewell and wished each other well. (FARE + WELL → say goodbye and wish someone well)
After the farewell, she began to travel and promised to remember everyone well.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Farewell originated in Middle English from the phrase 'fare well,' combining the verb 'fare' (to go, travel, or get along) with the adverb 'well' (in good manner). Originally a blessing or expression of good wishes, it literally meant 'go well' or 'may you fare well.'
Breakdown
fare (to go, proceed, or get along) + well (in good manner, favorably). The two words merged from a phrasal expression into a single noun denoting a parting blessing.
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📝Examples
“The retirement party was a grand farewell for our beloved boss.”
“My cat gave me a dramatic farewell every morning, as if I was leaving forever.”
“After three years of college, it was hard to bid farewell to my roommate.”
“He waved farewell to his diet as he entered the all-you-can-eat buffet.”
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