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Definition of hominess

hominess

/ˈhoʊminəs/
(UK: homeyness)
ho · mi · ness
Adverb:homeyly
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Adjective:homey
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hominess Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

North American The quality of being comfortably informal, cozy, and inviting, like a pleasant home.

Example

"The braided rugs and crackling fireplace gave the mountain cabin an immediate sense of hominess."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in North American English for the quality of being cozy and welcoming, whereas in British English the related form 'homeliness' is sometimes used for this meaning (though 'homeliness' in North America means plainness or unattractiveness).

• Rhymes for hominess

• Nearby Words

homicide
homie
homily
hominess
homing
hominid
hominy

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hominess. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hominess
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