Meaning of 'host'

noun

an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite

noun

(computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network

Synonyms: server

noun

a vast multitude

Synonyms: horde legion

noun

archaic terms for army

Synonyms: legion

noun

any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event

Example: "Atlanta was chosen to be host for the Olympic Games"

noun

the owner or manager of an inn

Synonyms: innkeeper boniface

noun

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

noun

(medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor

noun

a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers)

Synonyms: master of ceremonies emcee

verb

be the host of or for

Example: "We hosted 4 couples last night"