Definition of Salaam
Salaam
sa·laam
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a greeting or gesture of respect common in Arabic-speaking countries, in which the person bows their head and body low while touching their forehead with their hand, with or without a spoken greeting;
e.g. We met as a group, and everybody made a salaam to each other.
(noun)
broadly, compliments or respect, used to express greetings in Arabic-speaking countries;
e.g. We exchanged a salaam before beginning our discussion.
(verb)
to express greetings or respect by performing a salaam;
e.g. He was quick to salaam to them and greet them warmly.
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