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salaam Definition


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salaam
noun
    1. A word used as a greeting in Eastern countries, especially by Muslims.
    2. A Muslim greeting or show of respect in the form of a low bow with the palm of the right hand on the forehead.
    3. Greetings; compliments.
      Form: salaams
verb
    tr & intr
    salaamed, salaaming
    1. To perform the salaam to someone.
Etymology: 17c: from Arabic salam peace.



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