Meaning & Definition of word "Home"

Home

/hoʊm/

noun:

  • 1. The place where one lives; a residence.
    • Example: After a long day at work, I look forward to returning home.
  • 2. A place that one regards as belonging to oneself; a native place or country.
    • Example: She always feels that the countryside is her true home.
  • 3. The dwelling place of a family or household.
    • Example: Their home was filled with laughter and love.

verb:

  • 1. To provide a home or shelter for; to house.
    • Example: The organization aims to home abandoned animals.

adverb:

  • 1. To or at the place where one lives.
    • Example: He walked home after school.
  • 2. To the place where one belongs.
    • Example: She felt a deep longing to return home.

Etymology

Old English 'hām', meaning 'village, estate, dwelling, home'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

home sweet home:

A saying that expresses a sense of comfort and safety in one's own home.

bring it home:

To make a point clearer or more relevant.

go home:

To return to one's place of residence.

home is where the heart is:

A saying suggesting that one's home is not just a physical location, but wherever loved ones are.

Related Words

house:

A building for human habitation.

family:

A group of individuals living together, typically consisting of parents and their children.

neighborhood:

A district or community within a town or city.

Slang Meanings of home

Meaning: The crib

Example Sentence: Let's go back to the crib after the party.

Meaning: The pad

Example Sentence: We're just chilling at the pad this weekend.

Meaning: The digs

Example Sentence: I love the vibe of my digs.