hostess Meaning & Definition
What Does Hostess Mean?
Hostess is used as a noun meaning A female host. It is also used to mean A female innkeeper. As a verb, it means To host, as a woman.
Hostess: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈhoʊstɪs/ |
| Synonyms | stewardess, air hostess and hostress |
| Plural | hostesses |
| Verb forms | hostesses, hostessing, hostessed |
Hostess Definition (Noun)
- A female host.
The host and hostess greeted their guests at the door.
- A female innkeeper.
- Stewardess: a woman steward on an airplane.
- A bar hostess or bargirl; a paid female companion offering conversation and in some cases sex.
- A female prostitute.
Hostess as a Verb
- To host, as a woman.
Synonyms of Hostess
Hostess synonyms and antonyms →Hostess in a Sentence
The host and hostess greeted their guests at the door.
Word Forms & Grammar
hostess (plural hostesses)
hostess (third-person singular simple present hostesses, present participle hostessing, simple past and past participle hostessed)
Words That Rhyme With Hostess
Origin of Hostess
From Middle English hostesse, from Middle French hostesse, from Old French ostesce, made up of oste (“host”) + -esce (“feminine marker”).
Questions People Ask About Hostess
Is hostess a noun or a verb?
Hostess is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for hostess?
Words with a similar meaning to hostess include stewardess, air hostess and hostress. See the full list of hostess synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of hostess?
The plural of hostess is hostesses.
What is the past tense of hostess?
The past tense of hostess is hostessed. The present participle is hostessing.