In ancient Athens (and some other cities), the temporary banishment by popular vote of a citizen considered dangerous to the state.
Temporary exclusion from a community or society.
Banishment by some general consent.
To affirm or greet the arrival of someone, especially by saying "Welcome!".
To accept something willingly or gladly.
Greeting given upon someone's arrival.
Whose arrival is a cause of joy; received with gladness; admitted willingly to the house, entertainment, or company.
Producing gladness.
Free to have or enjoy gratuitously.
The utterance of such a greeting.
The act of greeting someone’s arrival, especially by saying "Welcome!"; reception.
Kind reception of a guest or newcomer.
The state of being a welcome guest.