Definitions
1.nounEntertainment; pleasure.
2.nounReception of a guest; welcome.
3.verbTo amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably."The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience."
4.verbTo have someone over at one's home for a party or visit."They enjoy entertaining a lot."
5.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."
6.verbTo take or keep in one's service; to maintain; to support; to harbour; to keep.
7.verbTo meet or encounter, as an enemy.
8.verbTo lead on; to bring along; to introduce.