house-proud

adjective

1. taking pride in one's house and housekeeping.

house-proud

adjective

1. proud of the appearance, cleanliness, etc, of one's house, sometimes excessively so

Word History and Origins

Origin of house-proud¹

First recorded in 1820–25

Example Sentences

I should be proud to take the second place in his house—proud to see his young wife at the head of his table.

From Project Gutenberg

I don't see how you can be so patient with his criticisms: we all know you are house-proud.

From Project Gutenberg