• an animal or plant that nourishes and supports a parasite; the Host does not benefit and is often harmed by the association
• (computer science) a computer that provides client stations with access to files and printers as shared resources to a computer network
• a technical name for the bread used in the service of Mass or Holy Communion
• a vast multitude
• archaic terms for army
• any organization that provides resources and facilities for a function or event; "Atlanta was chosen to be Host for the Olympic Games"
• the owner or manager of an inn
• a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there
• (medicine) recipient of transplanted tissue or organ from a donor
• a person who acts as Host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers)
• be the Host of or for; "We Hosted 4 couples last night"

'Host' in other languages