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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Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025
More than 120 experts have donated over 950 hours to help people with concerns – questions about whether and where to rebuild, tips on best practices for building future homes and how to make temporary housing feel homier without spending a lot, said CEO Leo Seigal.
—Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
The Rays are expected to make modifications that will give GMS, covered in Yankees branding and signage, a homier vibe.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
The warm-toned hardwood floors are softened with locally handcrafted rugs, and vintage pieces give everything a homey vibe.
—Ann Abel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
Expect homey touches like wood accents, owl motifs, and mountain kitsch in a modern package.
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025
More than 120 experts have donated over 950 hours to help people with concerns – questions about whether and where to rebuild, tips on best practices for building future homes and how to make temporary housing feel homier without spending a lot, said CEO Leo Seigal.
—Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
The Rays are expected to make modifications that will give GMS, covered in Yankees branding and signage, a homier vibe.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2025
The warm-toned hardwood floors are softened with locally handcrafted rugs, and vintage pieces give everything a homey vibe.
—Ann Abel, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Homey.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/homey. Accessed 28 Jan. 2025.
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