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Meaning of the word entertain in English

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entertain

US /en.t̬ɚˈteɪn/
UK /en.t̬ɚˈteɪn/
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Verb

1.

provide (someone) with amusement or enjoyment

Example:
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He hired a clown to entertain the children.
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The band played music to entertain the crowd.
Synonym:
amusedelightpleasecharmdivert
2.

consider an idea or suggestion and allow for the possibility of it

Example:
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She refused to entertain the thought of failure.
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The committee would not entertain any further proposals.
Synonym:
considercontemplatethink aboutbear in mindgive thought to
3.

receive guests and provide them with food and drink

Example:
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They often entertain friends at their home.
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She loves to cook and entertain.
Synonym:
hostreceiveaccommodatetreat
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entertainmententertaining