homie

/ˈhoʊmi/

Definitions

1. noun

a close friend or associate, especially one from the same neighborhood or social group.

“He’s my homie from high school, and we still hang out regularly.”

2. noun

a member of a particular group or community, especially one with a shared interest or activity.

“The skateboarding homies in the park were showing off their tricks.”

3. verb

to make someone feel welcomed or accepted as part of a group or community.

“The new employee felt like he was being homied by his coworkers, who made him feel at home.”

Synonyms

  • affiliate
  • associate
  • buddy
  • pal

Antonyms

  • outsider
  • stranger