Associations to the word «Salutatory»

Adjective

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Wiktionary

SALUTATORY, adjective. Characteristic of a salutation or greeting.
SALUTATORY, noun. ​A greeting or an address or speech of greeting.
SALUTATORY, noun. (obsolete) A place for saluting or greeting; a vestibule; a porch.
SALUTATORY ADDRESS, noun. Greeting
SALUTATORY ADDRESS, noun. Opening or welcoming statement

Dictionary definition

SALUTATORY, noun. An opening or welcoming statement (especially one delivered at graduation exercises).

Wise words

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