1. woman entertaining guests: a woman who invites, welcomes, and entertains guests, often providing them with food and drink
2. broadcasting woman introducing guests on show: a woman who presents a television or radio program such as a talk show or game show in which invited guests take part
3. paid dance partner: a woman who is paid to be a dancing partner at a nightclub or dance hall
4. woman greeter in restaurant: a woman who is employed in a restaurant to greet and seat customers
5. travel woman attendant for passengers: a woman who is employed to provide for the safety and comfort of passengers on an aircraft, ship, train, or bus
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[12th century. < Old French (h)ostesse< (h)oste (see host1)]
