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to salute
01
to greet someone with a gesture or expression, often indicating respect or friendliness
Transitive: to salute sb
Examples
Walking into the office, she saluted her colleagues with a warm smile, creating a friendly atmosphere.
02
to express admiration or approval
Transitive: to salute sb/sth
Examples
The community gathered to salute the local hero for their selfless acts of kindness.
03
to adopt a specific posture as a sign of respect or honor
Transitive: to salute sb/sth
Examples
The soldiers saluted their commanding officer as he passed by.
04
to become noticeable or perceptible to one of the senses
Transitive: to salute one's senses
Examples
As I walked into the garden, the scent of roses saluted my nose.
Salute
01
an action or gesture showing respect, acknowledgment, or courteous recognition
Examples
She gave a salute to her mentor for years of guidance.
02
a ceremonial or official gesture of respect performed by members of the armed forces
Examples
Soldiers gave a salute when the officer entered.
03
an act of greeting expressed with polite words or gestures, such as bowing, lifting a hat, or nodding
Examples
He gave a quick salute as he passed the neighbor's house.
Lexical Tree
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