welcome mat
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noun
a doormat, especially one with the word “welcome” printed on it.
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Let’s start with some etymology: What are the origins of the typographical word “bracket”?
First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.
First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.
First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.
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put out the welcome mat, to extend a hearty welcome: The club put out the welcome mat for new members.
Words nearby welcome mat
wejack, weka, welch, Welchman, welcome, welcome mat, Welcome Wagon, weld, welding rod, weldment, Weldon
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Idioms and Phrases with welcome mat
welcome mat
A friendly welcome, as in They put out the welcome mat for all new members. This expression alludes to a doormat with the word “Welcome” printed on it. [Mid-1900]
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