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homey
1[ hoh-mee ]
adjective
- comfortably informal and inviting; cozy; homelike:
a homey little inn.
homey
2[ hoh-mee ]
noun
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Derived Forms
- ˈhomeyness, noun
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Other Words From
- homey·ness homi·ness noun
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Word History and Origins
Origin of homey2
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Example Sentences
Not only can adjustable full motion mounts reduce neck and eye straining, they are also designed to conserve space and conceal unattractive chords and wires, making your bedroom, office, or family room more livable and homey.
Choosing homey yet professional interiorsAfter a year working in our bedrooms and dining rooms, offices in 2021 need to be homey and comfortable.
Baked beans are a homey dish, so try them with lentils and “bake” them in your Instant Pot.
New York’s Otesaga Resort Hotel is getting especially comfy to appeal to regional travelers who crave homey accommodations.
Among the homey motifs are pets, TV shows, cocktails and Baltimore places and pals.
He has a boyfriend now, a job, and a tiny, yet homey, place in one of the nicest neighborhoods in the city.
Most of the vendors are warm, even homey—the sense of community is palpable.
And the costuming of the soft-focus heroine is feminine, maternal and homey.
He stopped his droning speeches and adopted a feisty, homey style answering questions on the tours.
Restaurant This homey and homegrown spot on the East Coast has a table and a delicious meal with your name on it.
Not as an exponent of entertainment, but as part of the group having a pleasant, homey evening.
It would be good to have a windmill within ear-shot of the house, he mused; its squeaking would ease Martha with a homey sound.
Maggie was in a reminiscent mood, being wrought upon unwittingly by the sunny quiet and homey kitchen warmth.
Through the black masses of trees that lined the shore could be seen the glow of windows, yellow and homey.
Big fine house and all, but it looks comfortable and homey, just the same—mighty pleasant and friendly.
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What does homey mean?
Homey is used to describe a place as cozy, comfortable, and inviting.
It’s often used to describe a home that feels this way. You might discuss ways of making your place (or a particular room in it) more homey, typically by decorating it in a way that makes it cozier or more comfortable. Homey can also be used to describe a place that’s not a home but that’s comfortable and inviting like your own home, such as a hotel room, cozy restaurant, or nicely decorated office.
Example: The new fireplace makes the living room feel so homey.
Unrelatedly, homey is an alternative spelling of the noun homie, which is a slang term for a close friend. It can be used to refer to a friend, as in This is my homey Russel, or as a term of address for one, as in Hey, homey!
Example: I’m having a night out with just me and my homeys.
Where does homey come from?
The first records of the adjective homey come from the mid-1800s. It is composed of the word home and the adjective-forming suffix -y.
Everyone has a different idea of what makes a place homey, and people have different ways of making their home homey. However, the word is often associated with certain design elements, typically ones that are intended to make a space cozier, such as rugs, curtains, candles, artwork, and plants.
Homey should not be confused with homely, which is most commonly used as a way to describe someone as unattractive.
The slang term homey is a variant of homie, which is a shortened, gender-neutral form of homeboy or homegirl. These terms are all associated with urban and hip hop culture and are primarily used by members of African American and Latinx communities in the U.S.
They commonly refer to a close friend who’s from the same neighborhood. In some cases, the words are used to refer to a fellow gang member. However, the terms have entered mainstream use and usually simply refer to a close friend.
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What are some other forms related to the adjective homey?
- homy (rare alternate spelling)
- homier (comparative adjective)
- homiest (superlative adjective)
- homeyness (noun)
- hominess (noun)
What are some synonyms for the adjective homey?
What are some words that share a root or word element with the adjective homey?
What are some words that often get used in discussing the adjective homey?
What are some words the adjective homey may be commonly confused with?
What are some other forms related to the noun homey?
- homie (alternate spelling)
- homeys (plural)
- homies (plural)
What are some synonyms for the noun homey?
What are some words that share a root or word element with the noun homey?
What are some words that often get used in discussing the adjective homey?
How is homey used in real life?
Homey is usually used to describe one’s own home, a room in it, or a space that feels as cozy or inviting as one’s own home.
The slang term homey is also commonly seen as homie.
Ask a design expert: How can I make my rental apartment feel more homey? https://t.co/ljDGowjp90
— The Globe and Mail (@globeandmail) November 5, 2020
I love the warmth that fills the house when you’re cooking 🥺❤️It makes it feel so homey ❤️
— Strawberry Bubblegum🎀 (@Thule_Berry) March 2, 2020
My homey's going through a barber divorce and that's a struggle unique to Black men.
— Corey Richardson (@vexedinthecity) November 5, 2020
Try using homey!
Which of the following words would be used to describe a space that’s considered homey?
A. comfortable
B. inviting
C. warm
D. all of the above
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