the area in a hotel, office, or other establishment where guests or clients are greeted
noun
Приклади:
• Please check in at the hotel reception when you arrive.
• The receptionist at the main reception desk directed us to the third floor.
a formal social occasion to welcome someone or celebrate an event
noun
Приклади:
• The wedding reception was held in a grand ballroom.
• A drinks reception will precede the awards ceremony.