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hospitality

hos·pi·tal·i·ty [ hòspi tállətee ]


noun 
Definition:
 
kindness to visitors: friendly, welcoming, and generous treatment offered to guests or strangers



adjective 
Definition:
 
1. for guests: for the use of clients, guests, or visitors who are being entertained, especially by a company at a convention
a hospitality suite

2. business of catering and entertainment: describes the business of providing services such as catering and entertainment
the hospitality industry

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