homebody
|home/body|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈhoʊmˌbɑːdi/
🇬🇧
/ˈhəʊmˌbɒdi/
prefers staying home
Etymology
Etymology Information
'homebody' originates from the English words 'home' and 'body', where 'home' refers to one's place of residence and 'body' refers to a person.
Historical Evolution
'homebody' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who stays at home', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who prefers to stay at home rather than go out or travel.
She's a homebody who enjoys reading and cooking.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35