Meaning of the word good-bye in English

What does good-bye mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

good-bye

US /ˌɡʊdˈbaɪ/
UK /ˌɡʊdˈbaɪ/

Exclamation

used to express good wishes when parting or at the end of a conversation

Example:
It was nice seeing you, good-bye!
She waved and said good-bye.

Noun

an act of saying good-bye

Example:
We said our good-byes at the airport.
It was a sad good-bye.