To amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably.
The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience.
To have someone over at one's home for a party or visit.
They enjoy entertaining a lot.
To receive and take into consideration; to have a thought in mind.
The committee would like to entertain the idea of reducing the budget figures.
To take or keep in one's service; to maintain; to support; to harbour; to keep.
To meet or encounter, as an enemy.
To lead on; to bring along; to introduce.