invite in
1 of 1verb/ɪnˈvaɪt ɪn/
Forms:invites in,inviting in,invited in,invited in
1
to ask someone to come inside and join one at a particular place, typically one's home
- It was a cold evening, so she invited the delivery person in to warm up before heading back out.
- When her friends arrived, she invited them in for a cup of tea and a chat.
- We always make it a point to invite our neighbors in during the holiday season.
- He offered to help carry her groceries and was invited in as a gesture of gratitude.
- After a long journey, the weary travelers were invited in for a comfortable stay at a nearby inn.