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Definition

A phrase used at parting, and not necessarily implying that the person being addressed will be seen later by the speaker.

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Origins

Ellipsis of I will see you later or I hope to see you later.

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Also Said As

  • see you around
  • goodbye
  • cul8r
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See Also

  • ya
  • you around
  • you in hell
  • you soon
  • you tomorrow
  • you when I see you
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How People Actually Use It

good bye, auf weidershein, adios, ciao. does not imply that another encounter will actually ever happen.

"it's been lots of fun. see you later! I can't believe you just fatally wounded me! see you later!"

Source: Urban Dictionary