adj
homegrown
Homegrown (adj) means Grown or produced at home, locally, or within one's own country rather than imported. Example: “The restaurant prides itself on using homegrown vegetables.”
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Grown or produced at home, locally, or within one's own country rather than imported.
"The restaurant prides itself on using homegrown vegetables."
"The band is a homegrown success story from a small local scene."
How to use homegrown
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMade or raised locally rather than brought in from elsewhere — can describe vegetables, talent, or a whole movement.
Common pairings
homegrown produce
homegrown talent
homegrown terrorism
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Word forms
- Plural
- homegrowns
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The restaurant prides itself on using _____ vegetables.
Etymology
From home + grown.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “homegrown” mean?
The word “homegrown” means grown or produced at home, locally, or within one's own country rather than imported. In plain terms, made or raised locally rather than brought in from elsewhere — can describe vegetables, talent, or a whole movement.
How do you use “homegrown” in a sentence?
Here is “homegrown” used in a sentence: “The restaurant prides itself on using homegrown vegetables.”
What part of speech is “homegrown”?
“Homegrown” is an adjective.
What is the meaning of homegrown?
"homegrown" (adj) means grown or produced at home, locally, or within one's own country rather than imported.
