salute — to greet with a gesture of respect or recognition
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to greet with a gesture of respect or recognition
Pronunciation (IPA): /səˈluːt/
Example Sentences
- The penguin at the zoo seemed to salute every visitor with its wing.
- Students must salute the national flag every morning at school.
- My cat gives me a lazy salute by lifting one paw when I come home.
salute
VERB[/səˈluːt/]
to greet with a gesture of respect or recognition
Breaking the cold silence, the new employee greeted everyone with a respectful salute.
The young soldier snapped into a perfect salute as the general walked by.
At the snowy station, the family welcomed him with a warm salute.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'salutare', meaning 'to wish health' or 'to greet'. The word derives from the Roman greeting 'Salve' (be well/be in good health), reflecting the ancient practice of wishing good health upon meeting someone.
Breakdown
Latin salutare (to wish health) + -ate (verb suffix). The root relates to 'salus' (health, safety), forming a verb meaning 'to address with a greeting of goodwill'.
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📝Examples
“The penguin at the zoo seemed to salute every visitor with its wing.”
“Students must salute the national flag every morning at school.”
“My cat gives me a lazy salute by lifting one paw when I come home.”
“The general saluted the brave soldiers for their service.”
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