Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Entertain (-s, -ed, -ing)
entertain (-s, -ed, -ing), v. [L. inter, among + tenir, to hold.]
- Amuse; show hospitality.
- Harbor; protect.
- Receive; [word play] acquire or welcome.
- Accommodate; [word play] to be overwhelm by.
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