salaam
sa·laam / səˈläm/ • interj. a common greeting in many Arabic-speaking and Muslim countries.• n. a gesture of greeting or respect, with or without a spoken salutation, typically consisting of a low bow of the head and body with the hand or fingers touching the forehead. Compare with shalom. ∎ (salaams) respectful compliments.
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