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    Amphitryon (en. Host)

    /ɑ̃.fi.tʁi.jɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    One who receives guests at a meal.
    He decided to be the host of this prestigious dinner.
    Il a décidé d'être l'amphitryon de ce dîner prestigieux.
    In mythology, Amphitryon is the husband of Alcmene and the father of Hercules.
    In some stories, Amphitryon is described as a hero.
    Dans certaines histoires, Amphitryon est décrit comme un héros.

    Etymology

    From ancient Greek ἀμφιτρύων (amphitrúōn), meaning 'one who receives people'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be an amphitryon
    to be a welcoming and generous host.
    être un amphitryon
    the host of the dinner
    the person who organizes and invites guests to a meal.
    l'amphitryon du dîner

    Related Words

    hospitality
    Quality of being welcoming to guests.
    hospitalité
    guests
    People who share a meal.
    convives

    Slang Meanings

    Celebration or meal organized on a large scale.
    We're going to have a big gathering this weekend at my place.
    On va faire un amphitryon ce week-end chez moi.
    Someone who boasts of being an excellent host.
    Since he received compliments on his dinner, he thinks of himself as a true host.
    Depuis qu'il a reçu des compliments sur son dîner, il se prend pour un vrai amphitryon.