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   Re·cep·tion

   /rəˈsepSH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. the action or process of receiving something sent, given, or inflicted: "the reception of impulses from other neurons" Similar receiptreceivinggettingacceptancerare:recipience
   • ▪ the way in which a person or group of people reacts to someone or something: "the proposal continued to get a lukewarm reception on Wall Street" Similar responsereactiontreatmentacknowledgmentrecognition
   • ▪ the receiving of broadcast signals: "a microchip that will allow parents to block reception of violent programs"
   • ▪ the quality of a broadcast signal: "I had to put up with poor radio reception"
   • ▪ the action of admitting someone to a place, group, or institution or the process of being admitted: "their reception into the Church"
   • ▪ the formal or ceremonious welcoming of a guest: "his reception by the Prime Minister" Similar greetingwelcomewelcomingentertaining
   • ▪ an act of catching the ball.
   • 2. a formal social occasion held to welcome someone or to celebrate a particular event: "a wedding reception" Similar (formal) partyfunctionsocial occasionsocial evententertainmentsoiréegatheringget-togethercelebrationleveeinformal:dobashrave-upthrashknees-upjollybeanfeastbunfightbeano
   • 3. the area in a hotel, office, or other establishment where guests and visitors are greeted and dealt with: British "the reception desk"

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Old French, or from Latin receptio(n-), from the verb recipere (see receive).

   Scrabble Points: 13

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   The meaning of RECEPTION is the act or action or an instance of receiving. How to use reception in a sentence. Did you know?

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   noun. the act of receiving or state of being received. the manner in which something, such as a guest or a new idea, is received. a cold reception. a formal party for guests, such as one after a wedding. an area in an office, hotel, etc, where visitors or guests are received and appointments or reservations dealt with. short for reception room.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishRECEPTION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   RECEPTION definition: 1. a formal party at which important people are welcomed: 2. the way in which people react to…. Learn more.

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   Reception is the act of receiving, or getting something, or the way it is received. If your book receives a positive reception, it means people receive it well. In other words, they like it. A reception can also be a party, such as a wedding reception.

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   1. the act of receiving or state of being received. 2. the manner in which something, such as a guest or a new idea, is received: a cold reception. 3. a formal party for guests, such as one after a wedding.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishRECEPTION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A reception is a formal party which is given to welcome someone or to celebrate a special event. At the reception they served smoked salmon. ...a glittering wedding reception.

8. www.yourdictionary.com › receptionReception Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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   A welcome, greeting, or acceptance. A friendly reception. American Heritage. A social function, often formal, for the receiving of guests. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. More Noun Definitions (7) Synonyms: response. receipt. receiving. meeting. greeting. function. acceptance. party.

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   A reception is a formal party which is given to welcome someone or to celebrate a special event. At the reception they served smoked salmon. Synonyms: party , gathering , get-together , social gathering More Synonyms of reception

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    Definition of reception noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishRECEPTION | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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    RECEPTION definition: 1. the place in a hotel or office building where people go when they arrive: 2. a formal party…. Learn more.