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salute

The correct spelling is salute.

How to pronounce salute

/səˈl(j)uːt/
noun

IPA: /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. 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. 2.A kiss, offered in salutation.
  3. 3.A discharge of cannon or similar arms, as a mark of honour or respect.
  4. 4.A pyrotechnic device primarily designed to produce a loud bang.

verb

  1. 1.To make a gesture in honor of (someone or something).
  2. 2.To act in thanks, honor, or tribute; to thank or extend gratitude; to praise.
  3. 3.To wave, to acknowledge an acquaintance.
  4. 4.To address, as with expressions of kind wishes and courtesy; to greet; to hail.
  5. 5.To promote the welfare and safety of; to benefit; to gratify.

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