1. host
noun. ['ˈhoʊst'] a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there.
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Etymology
- host (English)
- hoste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- oste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- hospes (Latin)
2. host
noun. ['ˈhoʊst'] a vast multitude.
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Etymology
- host (English)
- hoste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- oste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- hospes (Latin)
3. host
noun. ['ˈhoʊst'] an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association.
Synonyms
Etymology
- host (English)
- hoste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- oste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- hospes (Latin)
4. host
noun. ['ˈhoʊst'] a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers).
Antonyms
Etymology
- host (English)
- hoste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- oste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- hospes (Latin)
5. host
noun. ['ˈhoʊst'] archaic terms for army.
Synonyms
Etymology
- host (English)
- hoste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- oste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- hospes (Latin)
6. host
noun. ['ˈhoʊst'] any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event.
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Etymology
- host (English)
- hoste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- oste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- hospes (Latin)
7. host
verb. ['ˈhoʊst'] be the host of or for.
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Etymology
- host (English)
- hoste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- oste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- hospes (Latin)
8. Host
noun. a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion.
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9. host
noun. ['ˈhoʊst'] (medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor.
Synonyms
Etymology
- host (English)
- hoste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- oste (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
- hospes (Latin)