1. noun /həʊst,hoʊst/
a) A person who allows a guest, particularly into the host’s home.
A good host is always considerate of the guest’s needs.
Our company is host of the annual conference this year.
2. verb /həʊst,hoʊst/
a) To perform the role of a host.
Our company will host the annual conference this year.
I was terrible at hosting that show.
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