"mine host" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Head templates: {{head|en|noun}} mine host
  1. (archaism, humorous) A person, such as a landlord, who receives or entertains guests. Tags: humorous
    Sense id: en-mine_host-en-noun-4-q25cTc Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

Alternative forms

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