homesite

noun

home·​site ˈhōm-ˌsīt How to pronounce homesite (audio)
: a location of or suitable for a home

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For prospective homebuyers, that means a chance to build their custom dream home on a truly unique homesite surrounded by natural beauty that has become increasingly rare throughout the fast-growing Kansas City metropolitan area. Prime Development/the Bluff At The Polo Fields, Kansas City Star, 2 Feb. 2025 After World War II, Frederick Peters, the city’s premier developer, began selling one-acre homesites for co-op farming. Miami Herald, 21 Jan. 2025 Each of the homes is built on two-acre homesites, positioned against the region’s sloping hills and lush forests. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 10 Oct. 2024 Equity in earnings of investments contributed $18.4 million, up significantly from $5.3 million, driven by the closing of additional residential homesites by Limoneira's joint venture. Quartz Bot, Quartz, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for homesite 

Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of homesite was in 1857

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“Homesite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homesite. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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