a doormat, especially one with the word “welcome” printed on it.
Idioms
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put out the welcome mat, to extend a hearty welcome:
The club put out the welcome mat for new members.
Examples from the web for welcome mat
For one, world champions have not always put out the welcome mat.
Downscale chains that landlords once kept out of shopping centers are suddenly being shown the welcome mat.
In fall, the hills come alive with color, but the welcome mat stays out all year.
Hosts are responsible for rolling out the welcome mat, showing campers around and organizing events and activities.
Of course, no legitimate business would put out a welcome mat for crooks.
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 ]