Also means
welcome
Usage Note
begrüßen is the inseparable verb for greeting or welcoming someone, formed from Gruß ('greeting'). Figuratively it means 'to welcome' an idea or decision: einen Vorschlag begrüßen.
Examples
"Der Chef begrüßt die neuen Gäste."
Natural Translation
The boss greets the new guests.

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