salutation has definitions from the fields of fine art,writing
1
[ noun ] (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)

Synonyms

greeting

2
[ noun ] an act of honor or courteous recognition

Synonyms

salute

Examples

: "a musical salute to the composer on his birthday"

Related terms

recognition toast

3
[ noun ] (fine art,writing) word of greeting used to begin a letter

Related terms

opening salute

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