salaam

¹sa·laam

noun \sə-ˈläm\

Definition of SALAAM

1

: an obeisance performed by bowing very low and placing the right palm on the forehead

2

: a salutation or ceremonial greeting in the East

Origin of SALAAM

Arabic salām, literally, peace

First Known Use: 1611

Rhymes with SALAAM

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