Homemaking

/ˈhoʊmˌmeɪ.kɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The management of a household, including tasks such as cooking, cleaning, and caring for children.

Her skill in homemaking has made their house a warm and inviting place.

The activities and skills involved in managing a home.

Homemaking requires not only organizational skills but also creativity in meal planning.

The role or occupation of being a homemaker.

Many women have found fulfillment in the art of homemaking as a legitimate career choice.

The process of transforming a house into a home through decoration and personal touches.

The homemaking workshops taught new techniques for making a house feel more personal.

The word 'homemaking' is derived from the combination of 'home' and 'making', referring to the process of creating a nurturing living environment.

home sweet home

A phrase expressing the comfort and warmth of one's home.

the home front

Refers to activities and situations occurring in a home environment, especially during wartime.

making a house a home

Transforming a physical structure into a loving and welcoming place.

housekeeper

A person who manages the cleaning and upkeep of a home.

domestic

Relating to the home or household.

family management

The organization and management of family-related activities and responsibilities.

Homebody

She's such a homebody, she loves her homemaking activities.

DIY Queen/King

After all those projects, she's the DIY Queen of homemaking.