host
When referring to a person, "host" is the masculine or gender-neutral term, while "hostess" specifically refers to a woman, though "host" is now commonly used for everyone. In computing, "host" can be both a physical machine and a virtual server. It is often used interchangeably with "server" in casual conversation, but technically a host is any device on a network. When using the phrase "a host of," it always means a large number and is typically followed by a plural noun (e.g., "a host of problems").
💬Casual Conversation
Don't forget you're playing host for the study group tonight. Be ready.
ugh, adulting is a scam. i can't even deal with people rn.
Meanings
A person who receives or entertains other people as guests.
"The host greeted us at the door with a warm smile."
A computer or server that stores data or provides services to other computers on a network.
"The website is managed by a reliable cloud host."
To act as the host of an event, providing the venue and organization.
"Our city will host the Olympic Games next year."
To provide the computing resources for a website or application.
"They decided to host their own email server."