noun
Uncommon
homie
HOH-mee
Homie (noun) means a close friend, especially one from the same neighborhood. Example: “He grew up with these guys — they're his homies from way back.”
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
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Word forms
- Plural
- homies
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Etymology
Informal shortening of "homeboy/homegirl", built from home + the affectionate suffix -ie.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for homie
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What does “homie” mean?
The word “homie” means a close friend, especially one from the same neighborhood. In plain terms, a casual, friendly word for a close buddy, popularized by American hip-hop culture.
How do you pronounce “homie”?
“Homie” is pronounced HOH-mee (/ˈhoʊ.mi/ in IPA).
How do you use “homie” in a sentence?
Here is “homie” used in a sentence: “He grew up with these guys — they're his homies from way back.”
What part of speech is “homie”?
“Homie” is a noun.
Is “homie” a common word?
“Homie” is an uncommon word in modern English.
