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welcome

🔊/ˈwɛlkəm/
🔊/ˈwɛlkəm/
🔊/ˈwɛlkəm/

noun

Definition: The act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.

Definition: The utterance of such a greeting.

Definition: Kind reception of a guest or newcomer.
"We entered the house and found a ready welcome."
Definition: The state of being a welcome guest.

verb

Definition: To affirm or greet the arrival of someone, especially by saying "Welcome!".

Definition: To accept something willingly or gladly.
"We welcome suggestions for improvement."

adjective

Definition: Whose arrival is a cause of joy; received with gladness; admitted willingly to the house, entertainment, or company.
"Refugees welcome in London!"
Definition: Producing gladness.
"a welcome present;  welcome news"
Definition: Free to have or enjoy gratuitously.
"You are welcome to the use of my library."

interjection

Definition: Greeting given upon someone's arrival.

Definition: Ellipsis of you're welcome.