entertain

/ˌɛntɚˈteɪn/

IPA: /EH0 N T ER0 T EY1 N/

noun

verb

1
To amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably.
“The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience.”
2
To have someone over at one's home for a party or visit.
“They enjoy entertaining a lot.”
3
To receive and take into consideration; to have a thought in mind.
“The committee would like to entertain the idea of reducing the budget figures.”
4
To take or keep in one's service; to maintain; to support; to harbour; to keep.
5
To meet or encounter, as an enemy.
6
To lead on; to bring along; to introduce.

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