Domestic — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Domestic
Domestic (adjective)
- living near or about human habitations
- tame, domesticated
- of, relating to, or originating within a country and especially one's own country
Domestic (noun)
- a servant hired to work for a household
- an article (such as a rug or blanket) manufactured within one's own country or for use in a household, an article of domestic manufacture —usually used in plural
Domestic (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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of or relating to a household or family
"the surest way to maintain domestic peace and harmony is to have everyone pitch in on chores"
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changed from the wild state so as to become useful and obedient to humans
"domestic animals in a barnyard"
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belonging to a particular place by birth or origin
"the domestic bird population has been virtually wiped out by the brown tree snake"
Domestic (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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a person hired to perform household or personal services
"working as a team, the couple hired themselves out as domestics for wealthy homeowners"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Domestic
The most common words with a similar meaning to Domestic:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Domestic
Words with the opposite meaning of Domestic:
Near Antonyms of Domestic
Word Forms of Domestic
Derived words: domestically (adverb)
Origin & Etymology of Domestic
Middle English, from Middle French domestique, from Latin domesticus, from domus see dome:1
First known use: 15th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Domestic
- CEFR level: B2 English Vocabulary — Page 8
- Academic Word List: 570 Academic Word List — Page 5
- Topics: Home & Daily Life, Places & Transportation
Words & Phrases Containing Domestic
Frequently Asked Questions about Domestic
What does "Domestic" mean?
"Domestic" means living near or about human habitations. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: living near or about human habitations. It has 4 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Domestic"?
Other words for "Domestic" include familial, household, domesticated, tame, tamed, aboriginal, autochthonous and born. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Domestic" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Domestic"?
There are 61 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Domestic". Common alternatives include familial, household, domesticated, tame, tamed, aboriginal, autochthonous, born, endemic and indigenous.
What is the opposite of "Domestic"?
Antonyms of "Domestic" include nondomestic, nonfamilial, feral, savage, undomesticated, untamed, wild and nonindigenous. Near antonyms include unbroken, untrained, wildish and imported.
How do you use "Domestic" in a sentence?
Examples of "Domestic" in a sentence: "the surest way to maintain domestic peace and harmony is to have everyone pitch in on chores"; "domestic animals in a barnyard"; "the domestic bird population has been virtually wiped out by the brown tree snake".
Is "Domestic" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Domestic" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.
Is "Domestic" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a B2-level word, "Domestic" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.
How do you pronounce "Domestic"?
"Domestic" is pronounced /də-ˈme-stik/ and divided into syllables as do·mes·tic.