an act of honor or courteous recognition; a musical salute to the composer on his birthday
[ Syn: salutation ]
a formal military gesture of respect
[ Syn: military greeting ]
an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat
salute (n.)
propose a toast to; Let us toast the birthday girl!; Lets drink to the New Year
greet in a friendly way; I meet this men every day on my way to work and he salutes me'
express commendation of; I salute your courage!'
become noticeable; a terrible stench saluted our nostrils'
honor with a military ceremony, as when honoring dead soldiers
recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position; When the officers show up, the soldiers have to salute
[ Syn: present ]