the Host

noun

: a round, thin piece of bread used in the Christian Communion ceremony

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For the Host Who Never Does Casual Another pick for the vintage-lovers out there, or those of us who loved cotillion. — Mina Dragani, Architectural Digest, 14 Aug. 2026 The Rise of the Host In a world obsessed with reach, the Host builds resonance. — Robyn Duda, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2025 Respect the Host The second expectation every Airbnb renter should follow is showing respect to their host. — Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025

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“The Host.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20Host. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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