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Salute

/səˈlut/
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(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 captain gave orders for a salute to be fired.
I salute your dedicated work.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The soldiers raised their hands in a crisp ____ as the general walked past.

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