Meaning ofphaticin English

Adjective

1. relating to social bonding words; deemphasizing meaning
   The phrase "how are you" is often used as a phatic expression to initiate conversations.
2. conveying social relationships; polite or greeting language
   Phatic language includes polite phrases like "excuse me" and "thank you".
3. pertaining to linguistics; social interaction words
   Phatic communication helps to establish a rapport between strangers.