What is the meaning of reception?

noun

  • The manner in which something is greeted.
    • usage: "she did not expect the cold reception she received from her superiors"
  • A formal party of people; as after a wedding.
  • Quality or fidelity of a received broadcast.
  • The act of receiving.
  • American football. ( the act of catching a pass in football)
    • usage: "the tight end made a great reception on the 20 yard line"
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