ETYM Old Eng. welcome, welcume, wilcume, as. wilcuma a welcome guest, from wil-, as a prefix, akin to willa will + cuma a comer, from cuman to come.
Giving pleasure or satisfaction or received with pleasure or freely granted.
Accueil chaleureux.
1. A greeting or reception; SYN. welcoming.
2. The state of being welcome.