I. noun
a mutual separation of two or more persons
saddened by their approaching parting
Synonyms: adieu, congé, farewell, good-bye, leave-taking
Related Word: separation; departure
Contrasted words: joining, meeting; return
Antonyms: reunion
II. adjective
given, taken, or performed during leave-taking
remembered his father's parting advice
Synonyms: departing, farewell, good-bye, valedictory
Related Word: final, last