receiving line

re·ceive line

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Definitions of receiving line words

noun receiving line a row formed by the hosts, guests of honor, or the like, for receiving guests formally at a ball, reception, etc. 1
noun receiving line a line of guests waiting to greet or offer condolence to the guests of honour at a ceremony, such as a wedding, funeral, etc 0
noun receiving line at formal gatherings, the host, hostess, guests of honor, and others, who stand in a row to greet guests 0

before 1930

One of the 10% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1930-35

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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