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salutation
noun sal·u·ta·tion \ˌsal-yə-ˈtā-shən\
: a word or phrase (such as “Gentlemen,” “Dear Sir,” “Dear Madam,” or “To whom it may concern”) that is used to begin a letter
: the act of greeting someone
Full Definition of SALUTATION
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a : an expression of greeting, goodwill, or courtesy by word, gesture, or ceremony b plural : regards
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: the word or phrase of greeting (as Gentlemen or Dear Sir or Madam) that conventionally comes immediately before the body of a letter
— sal·u·ta·tion·al \-shnəl, -shə-nəl\ adjective
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First Known Use of SALUTATION
14th century
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SALUTATION Defined for Kids
salutation
noun sal·u·ta·tion \ˌsal-yə-ˈtā-shən\
Definition of SALUTATION for Kids
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: an act or action of greeting
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: a word or phrase used as a greeting at the beginning of a letter
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