noun
homie
HOH-mee
noun
1
A close friend, especially one from the same neighborhood.
"He grew up with these guys — they're his homies from way back."
"Thanks for the ride, homie, I owe you one."
How to Use Homie
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual, friendly word for a close buddy, popularized by American hip-hop culture.
When to use it
Very informal slang; avoid in professional or formal writing.
Common pairings
my homie
homie from the block
Word Forms
homies plural
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Etymology
Informal shortening of "homeboy/homegirl", built from home + the affectionate suffix -ie.