Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

welcome-wagon

noun

/ˈwɛlkəm ˈwæɡən/

Definition

A vehicle or service used to welcome newcomers to a community, often providing them with information and resources.

Examples

When we moved to the new neighborhood, a welcome-wagon came to our door with a basket of goodies.
The local church organizes a welcome-wagon for new members, introducing them to the community.
She joined the welcome-wagon committee to help newcomers feel at home in the area.

Meaning

The term ‘welcome-wagon’ refers to the act of greeting and providing assistance to new residents or members of a community, typically through the delivery of gifts, services, and helpful information.