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GUEST, n. gest. [L. visito; Eng. visit.] 1. A stranger; one who comes from a distance, and takes lodgings at a place, either for a night or for a longer time. 2. A visitor; a stranger or friend, entertained in...

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GUEST, n. gest. [L. visito; Eng. visit.]

1. A stranger; one who comes from a distance, and takes lodgings at a place, either for a night or for a longer time.

2. A visitor; a stranger or friend, entertained in the house or at the table of another, whether by invitation or otherwise.

The wedding was furnished with guests. Mat 22.

GUEST'-CHAMBER, n. An apartment appropriated to the entertainment of guests. Mark 14.

GUEST'-RITE, n. Office due to a guest.

GUEST'-ROPE\par GUESS'-ROPE, n. A rope to tow with, or to make fast a boat.

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