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WELCOME

Listen
/ˈwɛlkəm/
Listen
/ˈwɛlkəm/
Listen
/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.