thank–you

noun \ˈthaŋk-ˌyü\

: something that you give or do to show thanks : a polite expression of thanks

Full Definition of THANK-YOU

: a polite expression of one's gratitude

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from the phrase thank you used in expressing gratitude

First Known Use: 1792

Next Word in the Dictionary: thank–you–ma'amPrevious Word in the Dictionary: thankworthyAll Words Near: thank-you

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