English · Greetings & Phrases
salutation
/ˌsæljuˈteɪʃən/
[/ˌsæljuˈteɪʃən/]
a greeting
Advancednoun
Definition
A greeting, especially the opening words of a letter or speech.
Example
He began the letter with a warm salutation before getting to the main point.
He began the letter with a warm salutation before getting to the main point.
Etymology
From Latin "salutare," to greet, from "salus," health.
How & Where It’s Used
Formal; often refers to the "Dear..." opening of letters and emails.