The welcome
Example: The welcome creates a positive first impression
Definition
"The welcome" refers to the act or manner of greeting someone warmly and hospitably, often creating a positive first impression that makes the person feel accepted and valued upon arrival.
Etymology
The phrase "the welcome" derives from the Old English 'wilcuma', meaning 'a desired guest', combining 'wil' (will or desire) and 'cuma' (guest). Did you know that originally, it implied a guest who was eagerly anticipated and thus warmly received?
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"The welcome" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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