reception

Universal Words noun 1 [U] (especially BrE) the area inside the entrance of a hotel, an office building, etc. where guests or visitors go first when they arrive: the reception area * We arranged to meet in reception at 6.30. * You can leave a message with reception. * (AmE, BrE) the reception desk 2 [C] a formal social occasion to welcome sb or celebrate sth: a wedding reception * A champagne reception was held at the Swallow Hotel. * They hosted a reception for 75 guests. 3 [sing.] the type of welcome that is given to sb/sth: Her latest album has met with a mixed reception from fans. * Delegates gave him a warm reception as he called for more spending on education. 4 [U] the quality of radio and television signals that are broadcast: good / bad reception 5 [U] the act of receiving or welcoming sb: the reception of refugees from the war zone * (BrE) a reception class (= the first class at school for children aged 4 or 5) * (BrE) a reception centre for refugees (= a place where people can receive temporary help and accommodation)