hostess

noun
UK: /ˈhəʊ.stes/
US: /ˈhoʊ.stes/

  1. A woman who welcomes guests and takes care of them, especially in a restaurant or at a party.

    1. The hostess showed us to our table quickly.
    2. The cruise ship hostess ensured that all passengers were comfortable and enjoying their vacation.

  2. A woman who introduces guests on a television or radio program.

    1. The talk show hostess is very funny and witty.
    2. The hostess interviewed the author about her new book, making for a very engaging segment.

  3. A woman who works in a bar or club and is paid to spend time with customers.

    1. The hostess was friendly, chatting with the customers at the bar.
    2. The nightclub hostess made sure everyone felt welcome, creating a lively atmosphere.

Synonyms

presenter

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "hostess" in English means: A woman who welcomes guests and takes care of them, especially in a restaurant or at a party., A woman who introduces guests on a television or radio program., A woman who works in a bar or club and is paid to spend time with customers..

The phonetic transcription of "hostess" is /ˈhəʊ.stes/ in British English and /ˈhoʊ.stes/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "hostess": presenter.

Example usage of "hostess": "The hostess showed us to our table quickly.". More examples on the page.