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homesite

American  
[hohm-sahyt] / ˈhoʊmˌsaɪt /

noun

  1. a plot of land for a home.

  2. the home on such a plot of land.


Etymology

Origin of homesite

First recorded in 1910–15; home + site

Example Sentences

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The company is managed by an outside company, Kennedy Lewis, which specializes in homesite development.

From Barron's • Oct. 14, 2025

“It’s hope,” Lopez said about his homesite, where, on Sept. 10, workers have already built a wooden frame.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2025

After evacuating in June, the DeBlauws returned to their homesite, where they grow hay.

From New York Times • Aug. 20, 2022

Each homesite is level and fully landscaped with a large, fenced backyard.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 17, 2021

We were sorely tempted to accept the flattering offer of four dollars a day for common labor in a timber camp, but concluded not to be swerved from the search for a new homesite.

From Ox-Team Days on the Oregon Trail by Wilson, F. N. (Frederick N.)