What does the word salaam mean?
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A respectful Oriental salutation approaching prostration.
Part of speech: noun
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Usage examples for salaam
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The muffled figure before him made another deep salaam. – The Keeper of the Door by Ethel M. Dell
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It had been last used at the hot springs of the Kinchinjhow glacier; and the poor lad was so concerned at his mishap, that he came to me soon afterwards, with his blanket on his back, and a few handfuls of rice in a bag, to make his salaam before setting out to search for it. – Himalayan Journals V2. by J. D. Hooker
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Kaid's pale face had all last night's friendliness, as he bade David farewell with great honour, and commended him to the care of Allah; and the swords of the Nubians clashed against their breasts and on their shields in salaam. – The Weavers, Complete by Gilbert Parker Last Updated: March 14, 2009