reception
UK: rɪˈsep.ʃən | US: rɪˈsep.ʃən
n. the act or process of receiving or welcoming someone or something
n. a formal social event to welcome guests
n. the area in a building where visitors are greeted
The word "reception" originates from Latin receptio (a receiving), derived from recipere (to take back). The morpheme re- means "back," -cept- comes from capere (to take), and -ion forms a noun. Over time, it evolved from the literal sense of "taking back" to broader meanings like "welcoming" or "accepting," reflecting its use in social and formal contexts.
The hotel reception was elegantly decorated.
She gave a warm reception to her guests.
The signal reception on my phone is poor here.
The new policy met with mixed reception from the public.
Please wait in the reception area until your name is called.