SALUTE
Scrabble letter values: S1A1L1U1T1E1 = 6
Definition
- noun an act of honor or courteous recognition. — synonyms: salutation
- noun a formal military gesture of respect. — synonyms: military_greeting
- noun an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat.
- verb propose a toast to. — synonyms: toast, drink, pledge, wassail
- verb greet in a friendly way.
- verb express commendation of.
- verb become noticeable.
- verb honor with a military ceremony, as when honoring dead soldiers.
- verb recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation. — synonyms: present
Examples
- “a musical salute to the composer on his birthday”
- “Let us toast the birthday girl!”
- “Let's drink to the New Year”