Word HOST: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

host

🇺🇸 [hoʊst]

Meanings

A person or entity that organizes or facilitates an event, gathering, or activity. A host can also refer to a computer or server that provides services or resources to other computers or users over a network. The role of the host involves managing the event or resources for others.

Examples

• She will host the dinner party at her house this weekend.
• The university will host a conference on climate change next month.
• The website is hosted on a secure server.

Synonyms

organizer • presenter • emcee

Antonyms

guest • visitor • attendee