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
(computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network
[ Syn: server ]
a vast multitude
an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association
a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers)
[ Syn: master of ceremonies , emcee ]
archaic terms for army
[ Syn: legion ]
any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event; Atlanta was chosen to be host for the Olympic Games'
(medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor
the owner or manager of an inn
a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion
[ Syn: host ]
host (n.)
be the host of or for; We hosted 4 couples last night'