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reception Brit a. the first class in an infant school b. a class in a school designed to receive new immigrants, esp those whose knowledge of English is poor c. (as modifier): a reception teacher reception [ri′sep·shən] (communications) The conversion of modulated electromagnetic waves or electric signals, transmitted through the air or over wires or cables, into the original intelligence, or into desired useful information (as in radar), by means of antennas and electronic equipment. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The girls at Patty's Place were dressing for the reception which the Juniors were giving for the Seniors in February. Pontellier's reception day--there was a constant stream of callers--women who came in carriages or in the street cars, or walked when the air was soft and distance permitted. Monseigneur, one of the great lords in power at the Court, held his fortnightly reception in his grand hotel in Paris. |
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