Synonyms for Salute (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (an act of honor or courteous recognition):
salutation
WordNet sense 2 (a formal military gesture of respect):
military greeting
WordNet sense 3 (propose a toast to):
drink, pledge, toast, wassail
WordNet sense 4 (recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position):
present
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