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welcome

Listen//ˈwɛlkəm//
Listen//ˈwɛlkəm//
Listen//ˈwɛlkəm//

noun

The act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.
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    The utterance of such a greeting.
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      Kind reception of a guest or newcomer.
      "We entered the house and found a ready welcome."
        The state of being a welcome guest.
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          verb

          To affirm or greet the arrival of someone, especially by saying "Welcome!".
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            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.
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                      Ellipsis of you're welcome.
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