salutation

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 See also 1.2.2 Translations 2 French 2.1 Pronunciation 2.2 Noun

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[edit] Etymology

From Latin salutatio “a greeting, a wishing health to,” from saluto “wish one’s health, greet,” from salus “well-being.” Cf. the Latin greeting salve “be well.”

[edit] Noun

salutation (plural salutations)

Wikipedia

1. A greeting, salute, or address; a hello.
2. The act of greeting.
3. The title in your name, such as Mr, Mrs, Ms., Dr. or Rev..

[edit] See also

• valediction

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[edit] Pronunciation

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[edit] Noun

salutation f.

1. greeting