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- pronunciation:
- host
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A host is a person who takes care of guests in a home or greets people in a restaurant.
As the host of the party, Mr. Patel greeted the guests at the door and introduced everyone.We waited at the front of the restaurant until the host took us to our table and gave us the menus. |
| definition 2: |
A plant or animal that has another thing living on it or living in it is called a "host." The plant or animal that depends on the host is called a "parasite." A parasite gets its food and energy from the host.
We get sick when our bodies become host to a virus. |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
hosts, hosting, hosted |
| definition: |
When someone hosts an event, they arrange the event and make sure everyone who comes has what they need.
Her parents are hosting the wedding. |
| related words: |
entertain |
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