entertain
US /en.t̬ɚˈteɪn/
UK /en.t̬ɚˈteɪn/

1.
2.
envisager, examiner
consider an idea or suggestion and allow for the possibility of it
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She refused to entertain the thought of failure.
Elle a refusé d'envisager l'idée d'un échec.
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The committee would not entertain any further proposals.
Le comité ne voulait pas examiner d'autres propositions.
3.
recevoir, accueillir
receive guests and provide them with food and drink
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They often entertain friends at their home.
Ils reçoivent souvent des amis chez eux.
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She loves to cook and entertain.
Elle adore cuisiner et recevoir.