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welcome
The act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.
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noun
The act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.
The utterance of such a greeting.
Kind reception of a guest or newcomer.
“We entered the house and found a ready welcome.”
The state of being a welcome guest.
verb
To affirm or greet the arrival of someone, especially by saying "Welcome!".
To accept something willingly or gladly.
“We welcome suggestions for improvement.”
adjective
Whose arrival is a cause of joy; received with gladness; admitted willingly to the house, entertainment, or company.
“Refugees welcome in London!”
Producing gladness.
“a welcome present; welcome news”
Free to have or enjoy gratuitously.
“You are welcome to the use of my library.”
interjection
Greeting given upon someone's arrival.
Ellipsis of you're welcome.
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We entered the house and found a ready welcome.
We welcome suggestions for improvement.
Refugees welcome in London!
a welcome present; welcome news
You are welcome to the use of my library.