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be my guest

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Definition of be my guest

—used in speech to say that someone is welcome to do or take something
  • "Could I borrow your pen?" "Sure, be my guest."

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my play

  1. : of or relating to me or myself especially as possessor, agent, object of an action, or familiar person

  1. : muscle : muscle and

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guest play

  1. : a person entertained in one's house

  2. : a person to whom hospitality is extended

  3. : a person who pays for the services of an establishment (such as a hotel or restaurant)

  1. : to receive as a guest

  2. : to appear as a guest

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