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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A nation of former homebodies has become one of zealous and moneyed international travelers, infiltrating every cobblestoned corner of Europe and rapidly filling lesser-known destinations.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
Targeting frequent travelers, the Bilt points may not be ideal for homebodies who spend mostly on groceries.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2025
“We’re homebodies and it made sense for our families, which are the most important things in our lives,” Cumberbatch says.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2025
If even a machine would rather lose itself in serialized fantasy than deal with other humans, doesn’t that mean the world’s homebodies and binge-watchers are on to something?
From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2025
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
