hospitable
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hos·pi·ta·ble

adjective \hä-ˈspi-tə-bəl, ˈhäs-(ˌ)pi-\

Definition of HOSPITABLE

1
a : given to generous and cordial reception of guests
b : promising or suggesting generous and cordial welcome
c : offering a pleasant or sustaining environment
2
: readily receptive : open <hospitable to new ideas>
hos·pi·ta·bly \-blē\ adverb

Examples of HOSPITABLE

  1. The people of that country are very hospitable.
  2. It's a hearty plant that grows in even the least hospitable climates.
  3. elderly people moving to Florida for its hospitable climate

First Known Use of HOSPITABLE

circa 1570

Rhymes with HOSPITABLE

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