 
		
		Definition of salute:
		
		
		(n) :
		
		a formal 
gesture done in honor of someone or something, usually with the hand or hands in one of various particular positions; any action done for the purpose of 
honor or 
 tribute 
		 
								
				"the soldiers greeted the dignitaries with a crisp salute."
			
			
	
		
		
		(v) :
		
		to make a gesture in honor of someone or something; to act in thanks, 
honor, or 
tribute; to thank or extend 
gratitude
		 
								
				"they saluted the flag as it passed in the parade."