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salute

sa·lute

salute

 
 
pronunciation:
s lut
features:
Word Combinations (verb)
part of speech: verb
inflections: salutes, saluting, saluted
definition: to show respect with a formal movement such as raising the hand to the forehead.
The soldier saluted the officer.In school, many students salute the flag every morning.
 
similar words:
address, greet
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derivation: saluter (n.)