Wel·come, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Welcomed p. pr. & vb. n. Welcoming.] To salute with kindness, as a newcomer; to receive and entertain hospitably and cheerfully; as, to welcome a visitor; to welcome a new idea. “I welcome you to land.”
Thus we salute thee with our early song,
And welcome thee, and wish thee long. --Milton.
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welcoming
adj : very cordial; "a welcoming smile"