nounπShareAn 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."The soldiers greeted the dignitaries with a crisp salute."communicationmilitaryactiontraditionsignChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA kiss, offered in salutation."He gave his grandmother a gentle salute on the cheek before leaving. "cultureritualtraditioncommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA discharge of cannon or similar arms, as a mark of honour or respect."The naval ship fired a twenty-one gun salute in honor of the visiting president. "militaryritualactionweaponChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA pyrotechnic device primarily designed to produce a loud bang."The firework display at the 4th of July celebration included a spectacular salute. "entertainmentdevicesoundChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo make a gesture in honor of (someone or something)."They saluted the flag as it passed in the parade."actionritualmilitarytraditionsigncommunicationChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo act in thanks, honor, or tribute; to thank or extend gratitude; to praise."I would like to salute the many dedicated volunteers that make this project possible."actioncommunicationmilitarysocietyritualChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo wave, to acknowledge an acquaintance."As she walked past the school, Sarah saluted her friend, waving a quick hello. "communicationactionritualmilitarysigncultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo address, as with expressions of kind wishes and courtesy; to greet; to hail."The teacher saluted the class with a cheerful "Good morning!" "communicationactionmilitarytraditionsocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo promote the welfare and safety of; to benefit; to gratify."The school's new after-school program is designed to salute the students' well-being by providing nutritious snacks and extra help with homework. "attitudemoralvalueChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo kiss."Before leaving for school, the children saluted their parents goodbye. "actioncommunicationcultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading