Sa*lam (s&adot;*l&aum;m"), n. [Ar. salam peace, safety.]

A salutation or compliment of ceremony in the east by word or act; an obeisance, performed by bowing very low and placing the right palm on the forehead.

[Written also salaam.]

 

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