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hospitable (HAHS pi tuh buhl, hah SPIT uh buhl) (adjective)
Descriptive of a welcoming atmosphere or environment: The ambiance of the "Bed and Breakfast" for Sue's first stop was warm and hospitable.
The sunny window was a hospitable location for the exotic plant.
hospital (HAHS pi tl, HAHS pit'l) (noun)
An institution or building devoted to the care of ill and injured individuals: The ambulance took the injured train passengers to the nearest hospital.
When Carol's cat is ill, she takes it to the local pet hospital.
The solarium of the new hospital was designed to look very hospitable for the patients and guests.
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(Greek: hospital, infirmary; place for the treatment of diseases)