housewarming
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of housewarming
First recorded in 1570–80; house + warm ( def. ) + -ing 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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I asked it to find me a ceramic bowl to give as a housewarming gift, and one Etsy result came up among eight.
From Barron's • Jan. 13, 2026
Social-media posts show her graduating from high school with an “honors” sash and hosting a housewarming party last year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025
The series has moved to ITV, and the new crop of housemates immediately took part in a "housewarming party" with games that had unexpected consequences.
From BBC • Oct. 9, 2023
Traut had planned a surprise housewarming visit to Brandman when he learned of his passing.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2023
That afternoon I was visited by Kobie Coetsee, who brought a case of Cape wine as a housewarming gift:.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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