Howdy (interjection)

A casual, informal greeting.

Origin:

The origin of the word "howdy" is uncertain, but it is thought to have originated as a contraction of the phrase "how do you do". it is first recorded in use in the early 19th century in the united states.

Examples:

1. Howdy, partner. How's it going?
2. I walked into the store and the clerk said "howdy" as a way of greeting me.
3. The cowboys on the ranch would always greet each other with a "howdy" when they met.
4. The southern accent of the shopkeeper"s "howdy" gave away her southern roots.
5. The cheerful "howdy" from the mailman put a smile on my face.