The Open Dictionary

reception

noun

UK/rɪˈsep.ʃᵊn/
US/rɪˈsep.ʃᵊn/

Definitions of reception noun

event

  1. B2Countable

    a formal social gathering to welcome important guests

    • The president hosted a formal reception for the visiting foreign dignitaries.

    • They held a grand reception following their wedding ceremony.

    • A special reception will be held to celebrate the opening of the new museum.

response

  1. C1Singular

    the manner in which something or someone is received by people

    • The new film received an enthusiastic reception at its premiere.

    • His speech was met with a lukewarm reception from the audience.

    • The new policy initially had a mixed reception.

act

  1. Uncountable

    the act of receiving or welcoming someone or something

    • The airport is preparing for the reception of a large number of tourists.

    • The company has an open reception to new ideas.

    • The arrival of the new employee was met with a warm reception from the entire team.

area

  1. B1Uncountable

    the area in a building where visitors are greeted upon arrival

    • Please check in at the reception desk.

    • I left the package at the reception.

    • The receptionist will assist you in finding the meeting room.

quality

  1. Uncountable

    the quality of signals received by a device like a radio or television

    • The mobile phone reception is very poor in this remote area.

    • The television reception is intermittent due to the bad weather.

    • The radio has excellent reception.

education

  1. Uncountable

    the first year of primary school

    • My child will be starting reception this year.

    • The curriculum in reception focuses on play and learning.