Host Meaning

There are 11 meaning(s) for word Host

Meaning 1 : a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers)

    Synonyms : emcee,  master of ceremonies
Meaning 2 : (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network

    Synonyms : server
Meaning 3 : archaic terms for army

    Synonyms : legion
Meaning 4 : the owner or manager of an inn

    Synonyms : boniface,  innkeeper
Meaning 5 : a vast multitude

    Synonyms : horde,  legion
Meaning 6 : an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; it does not benefit and is often harmed by the association

Meaning 7 : any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event

    Example : Atlanta was chosen to be host for the Olympic Games

Meaning 8 : 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

Meaning 9 : a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion

Meaning 10 : be the host of or for

    Example : We hosted 4 couples last night

Meaning 11 : (medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor

Host Antonyms

How to Pronounce Host

  • hoʊst