valediction

A speech made when leaving or parting company.

The act of parting company.

A word or phrase said upon leaving, such as "farewell" or "adieu".

Yes, the tide will surely turn, and meanwhile may one who is proud to call himself a partisan, invite whomever may feel disposed to bid the "T14s" adieux, to pause before giving them valediction and accord to them the respect that is assuredly their due.

A word or phrase used to end a letter or message.