Definition of "Salute" :

noun: an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat

noun: a formal military gesture of respect

noun: an act of honor or courteous recognition

"A musical salute to the composer on his birthday."

verb: express commendation of

"I salute your courage!."

verb: greet in a friendly way

"I meet this men every day on my way to work and he salutes me."

verb: recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position

"When the officers show up, the soldiers have to salute."

verb: honor with a military ceremony, as when honoring dead soldiers

verb: propose a toast to

verb: become noticeable

"A terrible stench saluted our nostrils."