host
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Is host a Scrabble word?
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- Scrabble US/Canada (OTCWL) Yes
- Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Yes
- Wordle No
- Words With Friends Yes
What is the meaning of host?
Definition
noun (English)
1. (multiplicity) The primary member of a system, typically the member who fronts most often.
2. (computing, Internet) Any computer attached to a network.Internet
3. (ecology) A cell or organism which harbors another organism or biological entity, usually a parasite.Examples: "Viruses depend on the host that they infect in order to be able to reproduce."; "A recent study explored the ecological variables that may contribute to bats’ propensity to harbor such zoonotic diseases by comparing them with another order of common reservoir hosts: rodents."
4. (evolution, genetics) An organism bearing certain genetic material, with respect to its cells.Examples: "The so-called junk DNA is known, so far, to provide no apparent benefit to its host."
verb (English)
1. (obsolete, intransitive) To lodge at an inn.Examples: "Where you shall host."intransitiveobsolete
2. (computing, Internet) To run software made available to a remote user or process.Examples: "Kremvax hosts a variety of services."; "CMU/TEK TCP/IP software uses an excessive amount of cpu resources for terminal support both outbound, when accessing another system, and inbound, when the local system is hosting a session."Internet
noun (English)
1. (Christianity) The consecrated bread of the Eucharist.Examples: "Do you pray to the Holy Ghost when you suck your host? / Do you read who's dead in the Irish Post?"Synonyms: Body of Christ
Definition source: Wiktionary