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Definition of housewarming

housewarming

/ˈhaʊsˌwɔːr.mɪŋ/
house · warm · ing
Plural:housewarmings
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housewarming Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to, intended for, or given at a celebration marking a person's move into a new home.

Example

"They brought a potted olive tree and a bottle of wine as a housewarming gift."

• noun

1

A party or social gathering held by someone who has recently moved into a new residence, at which guests traditionally bring gifts for the home.

Example

"Once we finish unpacking the kitchen boxes, we plan to host a casual housewarming for our neighbors and friends."

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• Nearby Words

housetop
houseware
housewares
housewarming
housewife
housework
houseworker

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 16th century from the literal custom of guests bringing firewood as gifts to light the hearths of a newly occupied home and symbolically drive away evil spirits.

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