salute

[səˈluːt]

salute Definition

  • 1a gesture of respect or greeting, often with the hand or a gun salute
  • 2an act of praising or expressing admiration or gratitude

Using salute: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "salute" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The soldiers gave a salute to their commanding officer.

  • Example

    He raised his hand in salute as the president passed by.

  • Example

    The crowd gave a salute to the retiring athlete.

  • Example

    I would like to give a salute to all the healthcare workers who have been working tirelessly during the pandemic.

salute Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using salute

  • pay one's respects (with a salute)

    to show respect or honor for someone or something, often by performing a specific action such as a salute

    Example

    The soldiers paid their respects to the fallen comrade with a final salute.

  • to express respect or admiration for someone

    Example

    Let's raise a salute to our hardworking employees.

  • to acknowledge or receive a salute from someone

    Example

    The general took the salute from the troops as they marched past.

Phrases with salute

  • 21-gun salute

    a ceremonial act of firing guns in honor of a person or event

    Example

    The president was welcomed with a 21-gun salute.

  • a military salute where the rifle is held vertically in front of the body with the barrel resting on the ground and the right hand holding the small of the stock

    Example

    The soldiers presented arms salute to the national flag.

  • a military salute where the right hand is raised to the forehead or hat brim

    Example

    The cadets were taught how to do a proper hand salute.

Origins of salute

from Latin 'salutare', meaning 'to greet'

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Summary: salute in Brief

The term 'salute' [səˈluːt] refers to a gesture of respect or greeting, often with the hand or a gun salute. It can also mean an act of praising or expressing admiration or gratitude. 'Salute' has various forms such as the 21-gun salute, present arms salute, and hand salute. Idioms like 'pay one's respects (with a salute)' and 'raise a salute to someone' denote showing respect or admiration, while 'take a salute' means acknowledging or receiving a salute.

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