how do you do noun 1phrase 1forms 2 noun1 •(euphemistic) A difficult situationWell, this is a fine how do you do isn't it, Gromit? — 1993 phrase1 •(formal, old-fashioned) A greeting used upon being introduced to someone. Alternatives are how are you, pleased to meet you, and nice to meet you. (Sometimes used as a rhetorical question among familiar parties, depending on the region).‘How do you do!’ said the Minister. ‘I’m very well, indeed! how’s yourself?’ — 1911 formshow do you dos · how-do-you-dos
