Definitions
1.Verbto amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably"to entertain friends with lively conversation; The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience."
2.VerbTo have someone over at one's home, or some other venue, for a party or visit."They enjoy entertaining a lot."
3.Verbto receive and take into consideration; to have a thought in mind"The committee would like to entertain the idea of reducing the budget figures.; to entertain a proposal"
4.Verbto take or keep in one's service; to maintain; to support; to harbour; to keep
5.Verbto meet or encounter, as an enemy
6.Verbto lead on; to bring along; to introduce
7.Verbto help; to assist; to answer a phone call
8.NounEntertainment; pleasure.
9.NounReception of a guest; welcome.