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Word of the Day – Homebody

By January 2, 2024Word of the Day

Homebody (noun)

hohm-bod-ee

a person who prefers pleasures and activities that center around the home.

Homebody is an Americanism dating back to 1815–25 and is a combination of the words home and body.

Example sentences

“I’ve not really socialised much over the festive season, I’m more of a homebody.”

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