host

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun Theater

n. a person who introduces a television or radio show and talks to the guests.

n. a moderator or master of ceremonies for a performance, broadcast, or public event.

“The talk show host asked the actor about his new movie.”

“The veteran host maintained a lighthearted tone throughout the awards ceremony, even when technical glitches delayed the final announcement.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun

n. a large number of people or things.

n. a multitude or a great quantity of items or people.

“The new software comes with a host of useful features for designers.”

“The new environmental regulations brought a host of challenges for small businesses operating in the manufacturing sector.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Computing Technical

n. a computer that is connected to a network or the internet and provides data to other computers.

n. any computer or device connected to a network that provides services, data, or resources to other nodes.

“The website is down because there is a problem with the host server.”

“The network administrator identified the compromised host and isolated it from the rest of the corporate intranet to prevent further data loss.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Science Technical

n. an animal or plant that another creature, like a parasite, lives on or inside.

n. a living cell or organism which harbours another organism or biological entity, typically a parasite or virus.

“Ticks need a host, such as a dog or a deer, to survive.”

“The virus requires a compatible host cell to replicate its genetic material and spread throughout the organism.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Religion Formal

n. the special bread used in a Christian church service.

n. the consecrated bread or wafer used in the celebration of the Eucharist.

“The priest placed the host in the hands of the person praying.”

“During the liturgy, the elevation of the host is a moment of profound significance for the congregation.”

B1 · Intermediate

v. to organize an event and provide the space or food for it.

v. to act as a host for an event, providing the necessary facilities or coordination.

“Which country will host the next Olympic Games?”

“The university agreed to host the international conference, providing lecture halls and accommodation for over five hundred delegates.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Computing Technical

v. to provide the computer space where a website or service is kept.

v. to provide the infrastructure or server space required to make software or content available to remote users.

“They pay a small monthly fee to host their blog on this platform.”

“Many startups choose to host their applications in the cloud to ensure scalability as their user base grows.”