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homey

homey

English

Alternative forms

homie

Noun

homey ‎(plural homeys)

Alternative form of homie

Usage notes

Very informal slang associated with urban African-American Vernacular English. Spelling of the plural is uncertain, as most usage is spoken. In writing, the form homies is more common.

Etymology 2

home +‎ -y.

Adjective

homey ‎(comparative homier, superlative homiest)

Befitting a home; cozy, intimate.
Susan added some homey touches to her office.

Synonyms

homely