salute

sa-lute · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To make a formal gesture of respect, especially by raising the hand to the forehead.

  2. 2.

    To greet or acknowledge with respect or admiration.

  3. 3.

    [as noun]A gesture or act of greeting or respect.

Related words

Antonyms: insult
See also: greet, honor, respect
Synonyms: acknowledge, greet, honor

Etymology

From Latin salutare ("to greet, wish health"), from salus ("health, safety").