homeward
HOHM-wuhd
Homeward (adv) means In the direction of home. Example: “They began the long journey homeward at dusk.”
adv
1
In the direction of home.
"They began the long journey homeward at dusk."
adj
1
Directed or heading towards home.
"The ship set off on its homeward voyage."
How to use homeward
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishHeading towards home.
Common pairings
homeward bound
homeward journey
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Etymology
From Old English hāmweard, from home plus the directional suffix -ward.
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Rhymes for homeward
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What does “homeward” mean?
The word “homeward” means in the direction of home. In plain terms, heading towards home.
How do you pronounce “homeward”?
“Homeward” is pronounced HOHM-wuhd (/ˈhoʊmwɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “homeward” in a sentence?
Here is “homeward” used in a sentence: “They began the long journey homeward at dusk.”
What part of speech is “homeward”?
Depending on how it is used, “homeward” can be an adverb and an adjective.
Where does the word “homeward” come from?
The word “homeward” comes from Old English. From Old English hāmweard, from home plus the directional suffix -ward.
How many meanings does “homeward” have?
“Homeward” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in the direction of home.
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