variants
or less commonly homy
homier; homiest
1
: homelike
a homey atmosphere
also
: evocative of home
a homey meal
2
: homely sense 3
homey anecdotes
homeyness
noun
or hominess
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Bridget Degnan, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Past patrons of the homey eatery are asked to DM photos or videos of your visits — be they birthday parties, romantic anniversaries or just grabbing a slice — over the years since opening in 1971.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2025
With the take-out focus, Hey Bear is quick and affordable but still homey; perfect for a creative, humble, hard-working neighborhood.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 23 Jan. 2025
The goal is to make the White House feel like home -- or as homey as a 132-room mansion that is also a living museum of American history -- can feel.
—Karen Travers, ABC News, 20 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Light Gold Brass Floor Lamp Lamps instantly make your space look and feel homey thanks to their warm glow, and this luxe freestanding design is surprisingly under $90.
—Bridget Degnan, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Past patrons of the homey eatery are asked to DM photos or videos of your visits — be they birthday parties, romantic anniversaries or just grabbing a slice — over the years since opening in 1971.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2025
With the take-out focus, Hey Bear is quick and affordable but still homey; perfect for a creative, humble, hard-working neighborhood.
—Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 23 Jan. 2025
The goal is to make the White House feel like home -- or as homey as a 132-room mansion that is also a living museum of American history -- can feel.
—Karen Travers, ABC News, 20 Jan. 2025
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“Homey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homey. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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