'Salam' definitions:
- Salam \Sa*lam\ (s[.a]*l[aum]m"), n. [Ar. sal[=a]m 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.]
[1913 Webster]