Definition for Entertain (-s, -ed, -ing)

entertain (-s, -ed, -ing), v. [L. inter, among + tenir, to hold.]

  1. Receive; acquire; welcome.
  2. Accommodate; allow; [word play] be overwhelmed by.
  3. Harbor; protect; keep.
  4. Amuse; show hospitality.

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