Host

Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊst/

Host (noun)

  1. a person who invites guests and organizes an event or party
  2. a person who introduces and talks to guests on a TV or radio show
  3. a computer that provides data or services to other computers over a network

Examples

  • The host welcomed everyone to the conference.
  • A good host ensures all guests are comfortable.

Common collocations: gracious host, event host, radio host, show host, web host

Host (verb)

  1. to invite people and organize an event or party
  2. to introduce and talk to guests on a TV or radio show

Examples

  • They will host a charity dinner next month.
  • We plan to host a workshop for beginners.

Synonyms of Host

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Host

  • In the context of hospitality roles.