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salute

nounfemininetechnicaluncommon/kõtiˈnẽsjɐ/con·ti·nên·ci·a

Definitions

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1

A military gesture of respect performed by raising the hand to the forehead or the brim of a hat.

Usage examples

The cadet gave a sharp salute to the commanding officer.
They stood at attention and rendered a salute to the flag.

Synonyms

Common combinations

to give a salutemilitary salute
2

The ability to voluntarily control urination and defecation.

Usage examples

The surgery aimed to restore bladder continence.
Pelvic floor exercises can improve continence after childbirth.

Common combinations

urinary continenceloss of continence