salute

[səˈl(j)uːt]

[səˈlut]

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A salute is when you show respect and admiration by standing up straight, looking proud, or even doing something fancy with your arms. It's like saying "yes, I appreciate you!"

In everyday life, we use a salute to greet someone important, like a police officer or a soldier on parade day. Imagine being at the airport, watching a group of sailors march off a ship – they're saluting their captain as a sign of respect and obedience. We also salute famous people when we meet them in person, like a favorite athlete or musician.

How common is "salute"?

Word salute is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.

Definitions

noun

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.
Example: The soldiers greeted the dignitaries with a crisp salute.
A kiss, offered in salutation.
A discharge of cannon or similar arms, as a mark of honour or respect.
A pyrotechnic device primarily designed to produce a loud bang.

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verb

To make a gesture in honor of (someone or something).
Example: They saluted the flag as it passed in the parade.
To act in thanks, honor, or tribute; to thank or extend gratitude; to praise.
Example: I would like to salute the many dedicated volunteers that make this project possible.
To wave, to acknowledge an acquaintance.
Example: I saluted Bill at the concert, but he didn't see me through the crowd.
To address, as with expressions of kind wishes and courtesy; to greet; to hail.
To promote the welfare and safety of; to benefit; to gratify.
To kiss.

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Real examples of "salute" in context

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