Main Entry:

hos·pi·ta·ble

Pronunciation:

\hä-ˈspi-tə-bəl, ˈhäs-(ˌ)pi-\

Function:

adjective

Date:

circa 1570

1 a: given to generous and cordial reception of guests b: promising or suggesting generous and cordial welcome c: offering a pleasant or sustaining environment2: readily receptive : open <hospitable to new ideas>

— hos·pi·ta·bly \-blē\ adverb