salutation
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(noun) word of greeting used to begin a letter |
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Related Words: opening |
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(noun) (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting) |
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Synonyms: greeting |
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Related Words: acknowledgement, acknowledgment, afternoon, calling card, card, compliments, good afternoon, good morning, hail, hello, hi, how-do-you-do, howdy, hullo, kiss of peace, military greeting, morning, pax, reception, regard, response, salute, visiting card, welcome, welcoming, well-wishing, wish |
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(noun) an act of honor or courteous recognition: "a musical salute to the composer on his birthday" |
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Synonyms: salute |
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Related Words: credit, recognition |
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