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| bread-and-butter |
of a letter or note, expressing thanks for another's hospitality. [1/2 definitions] |
| down-home |
of, resembling, or characteristic of the qualities associated with rural folk or family, such as hospitality, simplicity, and warmth. |
| entertain |
to give hospitality to. [2/5 definitions] |
| entertainer |
one who gives hospitality to guests, esp. frequently or extravagantly. [1/2 definitions] |
| guest |
a person who is hosted by another; one who receives hospitality from another. [1/2 definitions] |
| host1 |
a person who provides hospitality such as food, entertainment, or lodging for guests. [1/5 definitions] |
| inhospitable |
of a person, group, action, or the like, not friendly or welcoming; not showing or inclined to show hospitality. [1/2 definitions] |
| inhospitality |
an inhospitable attitude or behavior; lack of hospitality. |
| parasite |
a person who receives benefits or hospitality from others but does not give anything in return. [1/2 definitions] |
| receive |
to extend hospitality to guests. [1/10 definitions] |
| welcome |
to respond to the arrival of with pleasure and hospitality. [1/9 definitions] |
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