Definition of guest
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: a person entertained in one's house
b
: a person to whom hospitality is extended
c
: a person who pays for the services of an establishment (such as a hotel or restaurant)
3
: a substance that is incorporated in a host substance
4
: a usually prominent person not a regular member of a cast or organization who appears in a program or performance
guest
verb
guested; guesting; guests
Definition of guest (Entry 2 of 2)
: to receive as a guest
: to appear as a guest
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The first known use of guest was in the 13th century
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