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Topic: Jobs

host

IPA: //hoʊst//

KK: /hoʊst/

noun

Definition: A person who receives or entertains guests, or a computer that provides data to other computers.

Example: The host welcomed all the guests to the party with a warm smile.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide a place for someone to stay or to entertain guests.

Example: She will host the annual family reunion at her house this year.

hostess

IPA: /ˈhoʊstəs/

KK: /ˈhoʊstɪs/

noun

Definition: A woman who welcomes and helps guests, often in a restaurant or at events, and may also manage social gatherings.

Example: The hostess greeted us at the door and showed us to our table.

verb

Definition: To act as a person who entertains guests or visitors, typically in a social setting or event.

Example: She will hostess the dinner party at her house this weekend.

hostessing

IPA: /ˈhoʊstəsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhoʊstəsɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The job or role of welcoming and serving guests, typically in a restaurant or event setting.

Example: Her hostessing skills made the dinner party a great success.

hosting

IPA: /ˈhoʊstɪŋ/

KK: /ˈhoʊstɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The act of providing a place for someone to stay or an event to take place.

Example: The hosting of the conference was a great success.

verb

Definition: To provide a place for someone to stay or to organize an event for others.

Example: She is hosting a dinner party at her house this weekend.

hotelier

IPA: /həʊˈtɛlɪə/

KK: /həˈteljər/

noun

Definition: A person who manages or owns a hotel, responsible for its operations and services.

Example: The hotelier welcomed guests with a warm smile and offered them a tour of the facilities.

hourly

IPA: /ˈaʊərli/

KK: /ˈaʊərli/

adjective

Definition: Something that happens every hour or is measured by the hour.

Example: The train arrives at hourly intervals throughout the day.

adverb

Definition: At or during every hour; frequently or continually.

Example: The bus arrives hourly, making it easy to travel around the city.

noun

Definition: A person who is paid for each hour of work they do, rather than receiving a salary.

Example: The company hired several hourly workers to help during the busy season.

houseboy

IPA: /ˈhaʊsˌbɔɪ/

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌbɔɪ/

noun

Definition: A male servant who works in a household, often responsible for various tasks such as cleaning, cooking, or taking care of the home.

Example: The houseboy helped with the chores around the house every day.

househusband

IPA: /ˈhaʊsˌhʌzbənd/

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌhʌzbənd/

noun

Definition: A married man who takes care of the home and family while his wife earns the money.

Example: He decided to become a househusband to support his wife's career.

housekeep

IPA: //ˈhaʊskiːp//

KK: /haʊsˈkip/

verb

Definition: To manage and perform tasks related to maintaining a home, such as cleaning and cooking.

Example: She decided to housekeep for the summer to save money while studying.

housekeeper

IPA: //ˈhaʊsˌkiːpər//

KK: /ˈhaʊsˌkipər/

noun

Definition: A person who is hired to take care of cleaning and organizing a home or establishment.

Example: The housekeeper cleaned the rooms and prepared them for the guests.

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