used to greet someone arriving or entering
“Welcome! Come in and make yourself comfortable,” the host said.
The tour guide greeted the group with a cheerful "Welcome to the museum!"
to greet someone with friendliness and show that you are pleased they have arrived
The hotel staff welcomed the tired travelers with warm smiles.
Neighbors gathered at the door to welcome the new couple to the building.
✦ Old English "wilcuma" meaning "a wished-for guest", from "wil" (desire) + "cuma" (guest). Over time the noun sense led to the verb and adjective uses.
an act or feeling of greeting someone warmly
The singer received a huge welcome from the crowd.
Her warm welcome made the guests feel at home.
to accept or encourage something with pleasure
The committee welcomes suggestions for improving the project.
Our town welcomed the new environmental regulations.
pleased about or gladly allowed to be here or to happen
You are always welcome to join our study group.
After weeks of rain, the sunshine was a welcome change.
