welcome

/ˈwɛlkəm/

IPA: /W EH1 L K AH0 M/

noun
  1. 1

    The act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.

  2. 2

    The utterance of such a greeting.

  3. 3

    Kind reception of a guest or newcomer.

    We entered the house and found a ready welcome.

  4. 4

    The state of being a welcome guest.

verb
  1. 1

    To affirm or greet the arrival of someone, especially by saying "Welcome!".

  2. 2

    To accept something willingly or gladly.

    We welcome suggestions for improvement.

adjective
  1. 1

    Whose arrival is a cause of joy; received with gladness; admitted willingly to the house, entertainment, or company.

    Refugees welcome in London!

  2. 2

    Producing gladness.

    a welcome present;  welcome news

  3. 3

    Free to have or enjoy gratuitously.

    You are welcome to the use of my library.

interjection
  1. 1

    Greeting given upon someone's arrival.

  2. 2

    Ellipsis of you're welcome.

Source: https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/welcome