(1) an almost obscelete form of greeting most associated with straightlaced people;
(2) a polite way of answering a phone
(1)Bob (sees Bill on street): "Hello, Bill!"
Bill: "Well, hello, Bob."
(2)(Phone rings loudly)
Jim: "Hello?"
James Watson from AT&T: "Hi, this is James Watson from AT&T. I'm calling to talk to you about your long distance plan."
something you say when you get a pleasant surprise, such as someone attractive passes you in the hallway. note that you dont say it to them.... you say it to your friend whos tagging along behind you. alternatives: good morning, oh joy, oh-oh my god, tehe