the consecrated wafer, believed to be the body of christ, which in the mass is offered as a sacrifice; also, the bread before consecration.-an army; a number of men gathered for war.-any great number or multitude; a throng.-one who receives or entertains another, whether gratuitously or for compensation; one from whom another receives food, lodging, or entertainment; a landlord.-to give entertainment to.-to lodge at an inn; to take up entertainment.