Definitions of salute:

• noun:   an act of greeting with friendly words and gestures like bowing or lifting the hat
• noun:   a formal military gesture of respect
• noun:   an act of honor or courteous recognition

  Example: "A musical salute to the composer on his birthday"

• verb:   become noticeable

  Example: "A terrible stench saluted our nostrils"

• verb:   express commendation of

  Example: "I salute your courage!"

• verb:   greet in a friendly way

  Example: "I meet this men every day on my way to work and he salutes me"

• verb:   recognize with a gesture prescribed by a miltary regulation; assume a prescribed position

  Example: "When the officers show up, the soldiers have to salute"

• verb:   honor with a military ceremony, as when honoring dead soldiers
• verb:   propose a toast to