noun
gun salute; salute of guns
A ceremonial firing of cannons or guns, typically in honor of a dignitary or on a special occasion. Often used in military and diplomatic contexts.
国賓を迎えるために礼砲が撃たれた。
A gun salute was fired to welcome the state guest.
式典では21発の礼砲が行われた。
A 21-gun salute was performed at the ceremony.