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.”