1. a person employed to greet visitors, answer phones, and handle inquiries at an office or business

Examples

• The receptionist greeted me with a warm smile when I entered the office.
• Please check in with the receptionist before your appointment.
• The hotel receptionist helped us find directions to the restaurant.
• Our new receptionist speaks three languages fluently.
• The receptionist transferred my call to the correct department.
• I left my business card with the receptionist at the front desk.