Reception is a noun form of receiving, or to receive something, such as information, art, experience, or people. It is often used in the following contexts:

• in telecommunications, the action of a electronic receiver, such as for radio or remote control (a good signal allows for clear reception)
• a party, such as a wedding reception, where the guests are "received" (welcomed) by the newlyweds
• a receptionist is the initial contact in an office
• in gridiron, a reception''' is a type of play where the ball is received (caught) by a player on the thrower's team
• in England, Wales and South Australia, the first year of primary school, equivalent to kindergarten in Canada and the U.S.
• reception (astrology)

See also

• reception history
• reception theory
• mutual reception
• receivership
• receipt