Saluted: meaning, definitions and examples

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saluted

 

[ sษ™หˆluหtษชd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

military gesture

Saluted is the past tense of the verb 'salute'. It refers to the act of greeting someone with respect, often performed by raising the hand to the forehead in military settings. This gesture is used to show honor, especially to superiors or during formal occasions. Saluting can also refer to acknowledging someone verbally or through other gestures. The practice is not limited to the military and can be seen in various formal gatherings.

Synonyms

acknowledge, greet, honor

Examples of usage

  • He saluted his commanding officer.
  • The soldiers saluted as the flag was raised.
  • During the ceremony, everyone saluted the veterans.

Translations

Translations of the word "saluted" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น saudado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคฒเคพเคฎ เค•เคฟเคฏเคพ เค—เคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช grรผรŸt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ disalami

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะธะฒั–ั‚ะฐะปะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pozdrawiany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆŒจๆ‹ถใ—ใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท salutรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ saludado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท selamlandฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธ์‚ฌํ–ˆ๋‹ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุญูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pozdravil

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pozdravil

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‡ดๆ•ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pozdravljen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ heilsu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัำ™ะปะตะผะดะตัั‚ั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒแƒฎแƒšแƒแƒ•แƒ“แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ salamlaลŸdฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ saludado

Word origin

The word 'salute' originates from the Latin word 'salutari', which means 'to greet or pay homage'. The term evolved in the context of military practices during the Middle Ages, where soldiers would raise their hands to their helmets in a gesture of respect towards their superiors. Over time, saluting became codified in various armies, with specific rules about when and how to salute. The practice reflects a deep cultural significance of respect, hierarchy, and camaraderie within military organizations. Salutes have also transcended military use and can now be seen in various ceremonial contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,590, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.