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

1.
2.
intrattenere, prendere in considerazione
consider an idea or suggestion and allow for the possibility of it
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She refused to entertain the thought of failure.
Si rifiutò di intrattenere il pensiero del fallimento.
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The committee would not entertain any further proposals.
Il comitato non avrebbe preso in considerazione ulteriori proposte.
3.
ospitare, ricevere
receive guests and provide them with food and drink
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They often entertain friends at their home.
Spesso ospitano amici a casa loro.
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She loves to cook and entertain.
Ama cucinare e ospitare.