Saluting
[sə'lu:tɪŋ]
Definition
(p. pr. & vb. n.) of Salute
Editor: Ramon
Examples
- All right now, sir, said the sailor, saluting; got the spikes out. Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- I'll take the liberty, if you'll allow me, of saluting the bride that is to be. Charles Dickens. Oliver Twist.
- Across the dewy meadows he bounded fawn-like, singing as gayly as the lark already saluting the sun in the fresh blue sky. Fergus Hume. The Island of Fantasy.
- This is a load off my mind, I do assure you, miss and gentlemen, said he, saluting us with great heartiness and drawing a long breath. Charles Dickens. Bleak House.
- Mother-in-law,' said Sam, politely saluting the lady, 'wery much obliged to you for this here wisit. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
Editor: Ramon