homey

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adjective

hom·​ey ˈhō-mē How to pronounce homey (audio)
variants or less commonly homy
homier; homiest
1
: homelike
a homey atmosphere
also : evocative of home
a homey meal
2
: homely sense 3
homey anecdotes
homeyness noun
or hominess

homey

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noun

variants or homie
plural homeys or homies

Examples of homey in a Sentence

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Adjective
Wilson’s film, while suitably bright and busy, is a more conventional kids’ entertainment, with a contrived quest narrative that lands the franchise further than ever from the modest, homey spirit of Michael Bond’s original books. Guy Lodge, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024 And what could be more homey than layers of apple, cinnamon, oats, and brown sugar, not forgetting a shot of espresso and a spiced apple drizzle for good measure! Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2024 Each of the 45 rooms in this elegant yet homey townhouse has its own personality — just like the guests who stay in them. Lois Alter Mark, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024 Vibe check: The homey space has tables, booths and bar seating, where diners have a chance to scope out the pincho, or small bites. Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for homey 

Word History

Etymology

Noun

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

Adjective

1856, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of homey was in 1856

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“Homey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homey. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

homey

adjective
hom·​ey
ˈhō-mē
homier; homiest
: resembling or suggestive of a home
homeyness noun
or hominess

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