Meaning & Definition of word "Host"

Host

/hoʊst/

noun:

  • 1. A person who receives or entertains guests.
    • Example: The host of the dinner party made sure everyone was comfortable.
  • 2. A large number of organisms of one kind living together.
    • Example: The forest was a perfect host for various species of wildlife.
  • 3. A computer or server that provides data or services to other computers on a network.
    • Example: The website is hosted on a secure server to protect user information.

verb:

  • 1. To receive or entertain guests.
    • Example: She will host the annual charity event this weekend.
  • 2. To provide a space for an event or service.
    • Example: The company decided to host the conference at a local hotel.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old French 'oste', from Latin 'hospitem' (guest, host)

Common Phrases and Expressions

house host:

A person who serves as a host in a house or residence.

host of events:

A large number or variety of events.

host a party:

To organize and entertain at a social gathering.

Related Words

hosting:

The act of receiving or entertaining guests.

guest:

A person who is invited to visit or stay.

Slang Meanings of host

Meaning: To host a party or an event.

Example Sentence: We're gonna host this weekend, come over!

Meaning: To have a lot of something.

Example Sentence: He's hosting a ton of issues right now.