entertain: Meaning and Definition of

en•ter•tain

1. to hold the attention of pleasantly or agreeably; divert; amuse.
2. to have as a guest; provide food, lodging, etc., for; show hospitality to.
3. to admit into the mind; consider: He never entertained such ideas.
4. to hold in the mind; harbor; cherish: They secretly entertained thoughts of revenge.
5. to maintain or keep up.
6. to give admittance or reception to; receive.

1. to exercise hospitality; entertain company; provide entertainment for guests: They loved to talk, dance, and entertain.