1. making a formal gesture of respect or recognition, especially by raising the hand to the forehead
Usage: military; formal
2. greeting or acknowledging someone in a respectful way

1. the act of making a formal gesture of respect or recognition
Usage: military; formal

Examples

• The soldiers were saluting their commanding officer.
• She stood saluting the flag during the ceremony.
• The guard was saluting each visitor at the entrance.
• His saluting of the veterans showed great respect.
• The cadets practiced saluting in formation.
• They were saluting the achievements of their teammates.
• The proper saluting technique was demonstrated to new recruits.