hospitality

/ˌhɒspɪˈtæləti/ noun [U]

Definition

› MARKETING the food, drink, entertainment, etc. that an organization provides for guests or customers: He has promoted the magazine with the provision of very generous hospitality at party conferences. The marketing director has hired a hospitality suite at the stadium for today's rugby game. → See also corporate hospitality

› COMMERCE the group of businesses such as hotels, bars, and restaurants that provide food, drink, or a place to sleep: We offer high-quality training for people working in hospitality, leisure, and tourism.

› friendly and welcoming behaviour towards guests or customers: The atmosphere and hospitality of the smaller office made a great impression on all of our customers.

(Definition of hospitality noun from the Cambridge Business English Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)