verb
- past tense and past participle of 'hostess': to act as a hostess; to receive and entertain guests
Usage: transitive or intransitive; common in social and professional contexts
Examples
- She hostessed the charity gala last weekend.
- They hostessed a dinner party for their neighbors.
- The ambassador hostessed a reception for visiting dignitaries.
- She has hostessed many events at the restaurant.
- He hostessed the awards ceremony with grace and charm.
- The hotel staff hostessed guests throughout the evening.