host meaning and definition

HOST noun

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
   • antonym: parasite
4. a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers)
   • synonyms: emcee, master of ceremonies
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: boniface, innkeeper
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

HOST verb

Definition of host (verb)

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