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slight bow (as a greeting or sign of gratitude); nod; salutation
consideration; thoughtfulness
廊下で先生に会釈した。
I gave a slight bow to the teacher in the hallway.
彼は軽く会釈して去った。
He gave a light nod and left.
知らない人にも会釈する。
I bow even to people I don't know.