receiving
Translation
to receive, to get, to accept, to welcome
Examples
I am receiving a package today.
I am receiving a package today.
She enjoys receiving letters from friends.
She enjoys receiving letters from friends.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((from sb./sth.)) to get something from someone or somewhere. I am receiving a package from my parents.
((sb.)) to formally welcome or greet someone. The hotel is receiving guests now.
Similar Words
Synonyms: get, accept, obtain; Antonyms: give, send, dispatch
Etymology
From Old French 'receivre', from Latin 'recipere' meaning 'to take back'. 're-' (back) + 'capere' (to take).
Memory Tips
Think of a football receiver catching a ball, or 'receiving' a text message on your phone.