Welcome (Noun)
Meaning 1
A greeting or reception; "the proposal got a warm welcome".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The crowd gave the returning hero a thunderous welcome.
- She received a warm welcome from her friends when she arrived at the party.
- The proposal got a lukewarm welcome from the investors, but they agreed to consider it.
- The city rolled out the red carpet to give the royal couple a grand welcome.
- The team was given a hero's welcome after winning the championship.
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Meaning 2
The state of being welcome; "don't outstay your welcome".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- She had overstayed her welcome and it was time for her to leave the party.
- The guests were made to feel at home, and their welcome was warm and genuine.
- After a few months, the novelty wore off, and the new employee began to wear out his welcome.
- The family's welcome in the small town was short-lived due to their eccentric behavior.
- The tourists were given a warm welcome by the locals, who were eager to share their culture.