salute

Short definition from Wiktionary

Noun

1. 1
   An utterance or gesture expressing greeting or honor towards someone, (now especially) a formal, non-verbal gesture made with the arms or hands in any of various specific positions.
2. 2
   A kiss, offered in salutation.
3. 3
   A discharge of cannon or similar arms, as a mark of honour or respect.
4. 4
   A pyrotechnic device primarily designed to produce a loud bang.

Verb

1. 1
   To make a gesture in honor of (someone or something).
2. 2
   To act in thanks, honor, or tribute; to thank or extend gratitude; to praise.
3. 3
   to wave, to acknowledge an acquaintance.
4. 4
   To address, as with expressions of kind wishes and courtesy; to greet; to hail.
5. 5
   To promote the welfare and safety of; to benefit; to gratify.
6. 6
   To kiss.