In′vi‐ta″tion (?), n. [L. invitatio: cf. F. invitation. See Invite.]
1. The act of inviting; solicitation; the requesting of a person's company; as, an invitation to a party, to a dinner, or to visit a friend.
2. A document written or printed, or spoken words, conveying the message by which one is invited.
3. Allurement; enticement.
She gives the leer of invitation. Shak.