SALUTING Synonyms
There are 12 hypernyms of the word saluting. (close relations)
Definition of SALUTING
Best Alternative Words for SALUTING
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bowing | verb, adverb, noun, adjectivev, adv, n, adj | |||||||
noun • bending the head or body or knee as a sign of reverence or submission or shame or greeting • managing the bow in playing a stringed instrument adjective satellite • showing an excessively deferential manner | ||||||||
greeting | nounn | |||||||
noun • (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting) | ||||||||
honoring | verbv | |||||||
noun • conformity with law or custom or practice etc. | ||||||||
acknowledging | verbv | |||||||
verb • declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of • report the receipt of • express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with • express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for • accept as legally binding and valid • accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority | ||||||||
addressing | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • (computer science) the code that identifies where a piece of information is stored • the place where a person or organization can be found or communicated with • the act of delivering a formal spoken communication to an audience • the manner of speaking to another individual • a sign in front of a house or business carrying the conventional form by which its location is described • written directions for finding some location; written on letters or packages that are to be delivered to that location • the stance assumed by a golfer in preparation for hitting a golf ball • the ability to do or say what is appropriate for the occasion verb • speak to • give a speech to • put an address on (an envelope) • direct a question at someone • address or apply oneself to something, direct one's efforts towards something, such as a question • greet, as with a prescribed form, title, or name • access or locate by address • act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression • speak to someone • adjust and aim (a golf ball) at in preparation of hitting | ||||||||
applauding | verb, adjectivev, adj | |||||||
verb • clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval • express that something is worthy of praise | ||||||||
complimenting | verbv | |||||||
noun • a remark (or act) expressing praise and admiration verb • say something to someone that expresses praise • express respect or esteem for | ||||||||
hailing | verbv | |||||||
noun • precipitation of ice pellets when there are strong rising air currents • many objects thrown forcefully through the air • enthusiastic greeting verb • praise vociferously • be a native of • call for • greet enthusiastically or joyfully • precipitate as small ice particles | ||||||||
respecting | verbv | |||||||
noun • (usually preceded by `in') a detail or point • the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded) • an attitude of admiration or esteem • a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard • behavior intended to please your parents • a feeling of friendship and esteem • courteous regard for people's feelings verb • regard highly; think much of • show respect towards | ||||||||
drink | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a single serving of a beverage • the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess • any liquid suitable for drinking • any large deep body of water • the act of swallowing verb • take in liquids • consume alcohol • propose a toast to • be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to • drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic | ||||||||
pledge | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a deposit of personal property as security for a debt • someone accepted for membership but not yet fully admitted to the group • a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event • a binding commitment to do or give or refrain from something verb • promise solemnly and formally • pay (an amount of money) as a contribution to a charity or service, especially at regular intervals • propose a toast to • give as a guarantee • bind or secure by a pledge | ||||||||
present | verb, adverb, noun, adjectivev, adv, n, adj | |||||||
adjective • temporal sense; intermediate between past and future; now existing or happening or in consideration • being or existing in a specified place noun • the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech • something presented as a gift • a verb tense that expresses actions or states at the time of speaking verb • give an exhibition of to an interested audience • bring forward and present to the mind • perform (a play), especially on a stage • hand over formally • offer for others to consider • give, especially as an honor or reward • give as a present; make a gift of • deliver (a speech, oration, or idea) • cause to come to know personally • represent abstractly, for example in a painting, drawing, or sculpture • present somebody with something, usually to accuse or criticize • formally present a debutante, a representative of a country, etc. • recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position | ||||||||
salutation | nounn | |||||||
noun • an act of honor or courteous recognition • (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting) • word of greeting used to begin a letter | ||||||||
toast | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • slices of bread that have been toasted • a celebrity who receives much acclaim and attention • a person in desperate straits; someone doomed • a drink in honor of or to the health of a person or event verb • make brown and crisp by heating • propose a toast to | ||||||||
wassail | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a punch made of sweetened ale or wine heated with spices and roasted apples; especially at Christmas verb • celebrate noisily, often indulging in drinking; engage in uproarious festivities • propose a toast to | ||||||||
military greeting | adverb, nounadv, n | |||||||
noun • a formal military gesture of respect |