Salutation
Dictionary definition: the act of saluting.
In my own words: giving respect
2 familiar synonyms: bow, address
Using it in a sentence: After a play the audience gives an applause , and the cast salutes.
Valediction
In my own words: going away, goodbye.
2 familiar synonyms: breaking up, departure.
Using it in a sentence: My mom valediction from the airport to go to Las Vegas.