Complete Definition of "salute"

English

Etymology
from Latin salutare "to greet", lit. "wish health to," from salus (gen. salutis) "greeting, good health", related to salvus "safe".

Pronunciation
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Noun
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  1. A formal gesture done in honor of someone or something, usually with the hand or hands in one of various particular positions.

#:The soldiers greeted the dignitaries with a crisp salute.

  1. Any action done for the purpose of honor or tribute .

#:The orchestra performed the concert as a salute to Gershwin.

Translations

Norwegian: hilsen m, honnør m
mid

Verb
en-verb|salutes|saluting|saluted

  1. To make a gesture in honor of someone or something.

#:They saluted the flag as it passed in the parade.

  1. To act in thanks, honor, or tribute; to thank or extend gratitude.

#:I would like to salute the many dedicated volunteers that make this project possible.

Translations

Norwegian: hilse
mid

Related terms
sanon
salud
salyut
salut
safe
sound
hello, hi
Gesundheit, gesundheit, gezondheid
toast
greet, greeting
good health, bless you
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