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

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 notes

In 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.

Rhymes for homie

pie die lie tie sie vie hie i.e. brie movie eerie moxie

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Frequently asked questions

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.