homebody
noun
a person who prefers pleasures and activities that center around the home; stay-at-home.
homebodies
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pluralof homebody.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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When you find one that is gracious enough to host you, it can feel like discovering a rare gem in a mine of homebodies and those siloed to their own friend groups or families.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 11, 2026
Once a nation of homebodies, Americans are now zealous international travelers, led by wealthy boomers and restless Gen Zers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
I used to be when I was a kid, but now, unless we’re out on a date, my wife and I are homebodies.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026
Keying in on personality type may sound difficult, but the researchers also found some clues as to how to pinpoint the wanderers and homebodies.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 27, 2024
I don't know have any homes been broken up this way, but I will say that Marsailles and Harlem would of listened better to the patiently waiting homebodies.
From Believe You Me! by Nina Wilcox Putnam
