salutation
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A greeting used at the start of a letter, speech, or meeting.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
greeting
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The letter began with a formal _____."
Answer: salutation
In your own words, what does "salutation" mean?
A greeting used at the start of a letter, speech, or meeting.
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