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hosts

Pronunciation: [hoʊsts]

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Learn how to use hosts in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “events”

(noun) a host is a person or organization that provides a place for an event or gathering. It can be a party, a show, or any other type of event. Think of it as the person who invites everyone over and takes care of things.

Example

The hosts had a great dinner party and everyone enjoyed the food.

Example

The hosts did not show up, so the event had to be canceled.

Example

Who are the hosts of the wedding?

Context: “events”

(verb) to host means to take care of or provide for an event or group of people. If you host a party, it means you are the one who organizes it and makes sure everything goes well.

Example

She will host the birthday party at her house next Saturday.

Example

They didn't host the meeting this time; it was held elsewhere.

Example

Are you going to host the talent show this year?

Context: “technology”

(noun) in technology, a host is a computer or device that provides network services to other computers. It's like a big computer that helps smaller ones connect and share information.

Example

The website is stored on a powerful host that can handle many visitors.

Example

If the host goes down, the website will not be accessible.

Example

What type of host do we need for our new website?

How to pronounce hosts

Pronunciation: [hoʊsts]

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