salute

Propose a toast to.

Recognize with a gesture prescribed by a military regulation; assume a prescribed position.

“When the officers show up, the soldiers have to salute”

Become noticeable.

“a terrible stench saluted our nostrils”

Express commendation of.

“I salute your courage!”

Greet in a friendly way.

“I meet this men every day on my way to work and he salutes me”

Honor with a military ceremony, as when honoring dead soldiers.

An act of honor or courteous recognition.

“a musical salute to the composer on his birthday”

A formal military gesture of respect.

An act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat.