Domestic

/dəˈmɛstɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun
a member of a household or a servant.
The domestic took care of the household while the family was away.
adjective
relating to the home or household; domestic activities are those that occur in the home or relate to family life.
She is responsible for all domestic chores, including cleaning and cooking.
produced or manufactured in one's own country; not foreign.
The company focuses on domestic production to support the local economy.
tame; accustomed to living with humans.
Cats and dogs are common domestic animals.
pertaining to a country's internal affairs.
The government is focusing on domestic issues rather than international relations.

Etymology

From Latin 'domesticus', meaning 'belonging to a house'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

domestic policy:
Government policies regarding issues within a country.
domestic violence:
Violence or abuse occurring within a domestic setting, such as marriage or cohabitation.
domestic chores:
Routine tasks performed in a household, such as cleaning and cooking.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Domestic pet
I just adopted a new domestic.
Domestic flight
We took a domestic flight to New York.