Salaam (Noun)
Meaning
A deep bow; a Muslim form of salutation.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The Imam offered a salaam to the congregation as he began the prayer service.
- As the guest of honor, she was greeted with a salaam by the host, who bowed deeply.
- In a show of respect, the young man made a salaam to the elderly scholar.
- The students stood up and made a salaam as the teacher entered the classroom.
- The dignitary was welcomed with a salaam by the officials, who bowed their heads in respect.