ˈgā]shə, ˈgē] noun
( plural geisha or geishas )
Etymology: Japanese, from gei art, performance + -sha person
1. : a Japanese girl who is trained to provide (as by playing on the samisen, dancing, serving food or drinks or by sympathetic, witty, or amusing talk) entertaining and lighthearted company (as for a man or a group of men)
2. : courtesan