HOST

(noun) an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association
(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 technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion
(noun) a vast multitude
synonyms : horde , legion
A horde of tourists entered the museum. -added by nithi
(noun) archaic terms for army
synonyms : legion
(noun) any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event
"Atlanta was chosen to be host for the Olympic Games"
(noun) the owner or manager of an inn
synonyms : boniface , innkeeper
(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 : emcee , master of ceremonies
(verb) be the host of or for
"We hosted 4 couples last night"

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