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The correct spelling is salute.
How to pronounce salute
/səˈl(j)uːt/
nounIPA: /səˈl(j)uːt/
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The correct spelling is salute. An utterance or gesture expressing greeting or honor towards someone, now especially a formal, non-verbal gesture made with the arms or hands in any of various specific positions. For example: "The soldiers greeted the dignitaries with a crisp salute."
Usage Examples
“The soldiers greeted the dignitaries with a crisp salute.”
“They saluted the flag as it passed in the parade.”
“I would like to salute the many dedicated volunteers that make this project possible.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.An utterance or gesture expressing greeting or honor towards someone, now especially a formal, non-verbal gesture made with the arms or hands in any of various specific positions.
- 2.A kiss, offered in salutation.
- 3.A discharge of cannon or similar arms, as a mark of honour or respect.
- 4.A pyrotechnic device primarily designed to produce a loud bang.
verb
- 1.To make a gesture in honor of (someone or something).
- 2.To act in thanks, honor, or tribute; to thank or extend gratitude; to praise.
- 3.To wave, to acknowledge an acquaintance.
- 4.To address, as with expressions of kind wishes and courtesy; to greet; to hail.
- 5.To promote the welfare and safety of; to benefit; to gratify.
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