Definition of SALUTATION

salutation

Meanings

Plural: salutations

Noun

  • an act of honor or courteous recognition
  • (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
  • word of greeting used to begin a letter
  • A greeting, salute, or address; a hello.
  • The act of greeting.
  • Quickening; excitement.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English salutacioun, from Old French salutacion, from Latin salutatio (“a greeting, a wishing health to”), from saluto (“wish one’s health, greet”), from salus (“well-being”). Compare the Latin greeting salve (literally “be well”).

Synonyms

greeting, salute

Scrabble Score: 10

salutation is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
salutation is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
salutation is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 13

salutation is a valid Words With Friends word