Salute
/səˈl(j)uːt/
Scrabble:6 ptsWWF:8 pts6 letters
Definition of Salute
noun
- An utterance or gesture expressing greeting or honor towards someone, now especially a formal, non-verbal gesture made with the arms or hands in any of various specific positions.
"The soldiers greeted the dignitaries with a crisp salute."
- A kiss, offered in salutation.
- A discharge of cannon or similar arms, as a mark of honour or respect.
- A pyrotechnic device primarily designed to produce a loud bang.
verb
- To make a gesture in honor of (someone or something).
"They saluted the flag as it passed in the parade."
- To act in thanks, honor, or tribute; to thank or extend gratitude; to praise.
"I would like to salute the many dedicated volunteers that make this project possible."
- To wave, to acknowledge an acquaintance.
"I saluted Bill at the concert, but he didn't see me through the crowd."
- To address, as with expressions of kind wishes and courtesy; to greet; to hail.
- To promote the welfare and safety of; to benefit; to gratify.
Anagrams of Salute
Letter Values
s1
a1
l1
u1
t1
e1
Total: 6 Scrabble points
Rhymes With Salute
Word Validity & Sources
SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024
Dictionary data sourced from SOWPODS (178,691 words), combining TWL (Tournament Word List) and the Collins Scrabble Words dictionary. Definitions from Free Dictionary API and Wordnik.
About the Word "Salute"
Salute is a 6-letter word that scores 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Salute" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "salute" is a low-scoring word.