college word of the day... 5/21/15

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

Dictionary definition: an act of bidden farewell or taking leave.

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.