Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

morituri-te-salutamus

Phrase

/ˌmɒrɪˈtjʊəriˌteɪsəˈlaʊtəˌmʌs/

Definition

A Latin phrase that translates to ‘those who are about to die salute you.’

Examples

Before the epic duel, the gladiators uttered, morituri te salutamus to pay their respects.
In an emotional moment, the soldiers invoked the phrase morituri te salutamus as they prepared for the peril ahead.

Meaning

This phrase is historically associated with gladiators who would use it to salute the Emperor before entering combat, acknowledging the high stakes of their battle.