English
Pronunciation
IPA US [�ho�mi]
Etymology 1
Shortened form of homeboy.
Noun
en-noun|hom|ies|pl2=homeys
- slang Someone, particularly a male acquaintance, from one's hometown.
- slang A close friend or fellow member of a youth gang.
#:Hey there, Francis, my homey!
#:"yo homeys!"
- slang An inner-city youth.
Usage notes
Very informal slang associated with urban w:African-American Vernacular English|African-American Vernacular English. Spelling of the plural is uncertain, as most usage is spoken. In writing, the form homies is more common.
Etymology 2
home + -y
Adjective
en-adj|homeier|homeist
- Befitting a home; cozy, intimate
#:Susan added some homey touches to her office.
Category:Slang
ru:homey
vi:homey
zh:homey
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