salaam
/səˈlɑm/
noun
- A greeting or gesture of respect in many Muslim cultures, often a low bow with the hand touching the forehead.
- He greeted his elder with a respectful salaam.
- The children performed a salaam to welcome the visiting teacher.
- In some countries, a salaam is used instead of a handshake.
- The word 'salaam' itself, used as a greeting meaning 'peace'.
- He replied to the greeting with a warm 'Salaam.'
- She entered the room and said, 'Salaam, everyone.'
- Salaam is a common way to say hello in many parts of the world.
verb
- To greet someone with a salaam.
- He salaamed politely and then took his seat.
- They salaamed each other before starting the meeting.
- The ambassador salaamed to the king as he entered the hall.