Definition of 'host'

Noun

1. 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
2. a vast multitude
      Synonyms: horde legion
3. an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association
      Antonyms: parasite
4. a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers)
      Synonyms: master of ceremonies emcee
5. archaic terms for army
      Synonyms: legion
6. any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event; "Atlanta was chosen to be host for the Olympic Games"
7. (medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor
8. the owner or manager of an inn
      Synonyms: innkeeper boniface
9. a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion
10. (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network
       Synonyms: server

Verb

1. be the host of or for; "We hosted 4 couples last night"

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