host
Translation
host, presenter, to host
Examples
He was a very good host at the party.
He was a very good host at the party.
She is the host of a popular TV show.
She is the host of a popular TV show.
Which country will host the next World Cup?
Which country will host the next World Cup?
Grammar Patterns
a host of ((sth.)) a person who has guests at a meal, party, etc. He was the host of the party.
to host ((sth.)) to organize an event and provide the place, food, etc. They are hosting a dinner party.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (noun) presenter, organizer; (verb) present, stage
Etymology
From Latin 'hospes', meaning 'guest', 'host', or 'stranger'. Interestingly, 'guest' shares the same root.
Memory Tips
A host welcomes guests. A TV host welcomes viewers. A country hosts an event for other countries (guests). The word can be a noun or a verb.