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salute [səˈluːt]

1 salute verb
  • to give a sign of respect to (a military officer, flag, etc.) by moving your right hand to your forehead : to give a salute to (someone or something)
  • to show respect for (someone or something) : to publicly praise (someone or something)

2 salute noun
  • the act of moving your right hand to your forehead as a sign of respect to a military officer, flag, etc.
  • an act or ceremony that shows respect for someone