—n.
1 a person invited to visit another's house or have a meal etc. at the expense of the inviter.
2 a person lodging at a hotel, boarding-house, etc.
3 a an outside performer invited to take part with a regular body of performers. b a person who takes part by invitation in a radio or television programme (often attrib.: guest artist).
4 (attrib.) a serving or set aside for guests (guest-room; guest-night). b acting as a guest (guest speaker).
5 an organism living in close association with another.
—v.intr. be a guest on a radio or television show or in a theatrical performance etc.
Phrases and idioms:
be my guest colloq. make what use you wish of the available facilities. guest-house a private house offering paid accommodation. guest of honour the most important guest at an occasion.
Derivatives:
guestship n.
Etymology: ME f. ON gestr f. Gmc
Useful english dictionary. 2012.