word
Reception
Rih-SEH-pshuhn
/rɪˈsɛpʃʌn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
reception
Dictionary meaning
The act of receiving.
Examples
- The tight end made a great reception on the 20 yard line.
- We did not expect the cold reception we received.
Synonyms: receipt
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