Definition: the act of receiving
Similar words: getting, acquiring
Definition: the act of acquiring something
Usage: I envied his talent for acquiring; he's much more interested in the getting than in the giving
Synonyms: reception
Definition: (American football) the act of catching a pass in football
Usage: the tight end made a great reception on the 20 yard line
Similar words: grab, catch, snatch, snap
Definition: the act of catching an object with the hands
Usage: Mays made the catch with his back to the plate; he made a grab for the ball before it landed; Martin's snatch at the bridle failed and the horse raced away; the infielder's snap and throw was a single motion
Synonyms: reception
Definition: quality or fidelity of a received broadcast
Similar words: broadcasting
Definition: taking part in a radio or tv program
Definition: the manner in which something is greeted
Usage: she did not expect the cold reception she received from her superiors
Similar words: salutation, greeting
Definition: (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
Synonyms: reception
Definition: a formal party of people; as after a wedding
Similar words: party
Definition: a group of people gathered together for pleasure
Usage: she joined the party after dinner