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Uncommonhostess
The correct spelling is hostess.
How to pronounce hostess
/ˈhəʊstəs/
nounIPA: /ˈhəʊstəs/
Say it like: Hos-tes-s
The correct spelling is hostess. A female host. For example: "The host and hostess greeted their guests at the door."
Usage Examples
“The host and hostess greeted their guests at the door.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A female host.
- 2.A female innkeeper.
- 3.Stewardess: a woman steward on an airplane.
- 4.A bar hostess or bargirl; a paid female companion offering conversation and in some cases sex.
verb
- 1.To host, as a woman.
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