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hostess

/hɒstɛs/ noun · British & US
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What does hostess mean?

noun

A woman who is in charge of a hotel, restaurant, or other establishment, or a woman who is the host of a social gathering. A woman who acts as host.

Example

"The hostess greeted us warmly and showed us to our table."

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