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Feb 12, 2012
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sa•laam



Pronunciation: (su-läm'), [key]
—n.
1. a salutation meaning “peace,” used esp. in Islamic countries.
2. a very low bow or obeisance, esp. with the palm of the right hand placed on the forehead.

—v.i., v.t.
to salute with a salaam.

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