reception
/rɪˈsɛpʃən/
noun
- A formal social event where guests are welcomed, often with food and drinks.
- The wedding reception was held in a beautiful garden with live music.
- They served champagne and appetizers at the art gallery reception.
- After the conference, there was a reception in the hotel lobby for all attendees.
- The area in a hotel, office, or other building where visitors are greeted and helped.
- The reception was busy with guests asking for directions and room keys.
- Please check in at the reception desk when you arrive at the hotel.
- She left a message for me at the office reception.
- The quality or clarity of a radio, television, or other signal that is received.
- Cell phone reception is excellent on the top floor of the building.
- We lost radio reception as we drove through the mountain tunnel.
- The TV reception is poor in this room because of the thick walls.
- The way in which someone or something is received or welcomed by others.
- His speech got a mixed reception — some people cheered, others booed.
- The product's reception in the market was better than expected.
- The new movie received a warm reception from critics and audiences alike.
- The act of receiving or being received, especially in a formal or official way.
- The letter acknowledged the reception of your application.
- The reception of the award was the highlight of her career.
- Proper reception of guests is an important part of hospitality.