homeland

/ˈhoʊmˌlænd/

Definitions

1. noun

A country or region considered to be the place of origin or the country to which a person or group belongs.

“The immigrants longed to return to their homeland after being abroad for so long.”

2. noun

A place or region that is considered a person’s or group’s home or a place of origin.

“The concept of homeland security has become increasingly important in modern times.”

3. verb

To make something one’s home or to establish a home in a place.

“The new family will soon homelands in their new house after moving from the city.”

Synonyms

  • country
  • native land

Antonyms

  • exile
  • foreign land