receive

US /rɪˈsiv/

UK /rɪ'si:v/

A1

verb

  • To get something someone has given or sent to you
  • To allow someone to become a member (of a club)
  • To welcome someone as a guest into your home
  • To respond to (e.g. news) in a particular way

Examples

The speech was badly received by republican leaders.

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