Homeland — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Homeland
Homeland (noun)
- the native land or country of one's parents, one's ancestors, or oneself
- a state or area designated as a state for a people of a particular national, cultural, or racial origin; specifically, in South African history, any of several all-Black enclaves that had a limited degree of self-government, bantustan
Homeland (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship
"tries to return every year to Italy, her homeland for the first two decades of her life"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Homeland
The most common words with a similar meaning to Homeland:
Word Forms of Homeland
Inflections: homelands
Origin & Etymology of Homeland
First known use: circa 1627
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Homeland
- CEFR level: C1 English Vocabulary — Page 14
- Topics: Law, Politics & Society
Frequently Asked Questions about Homeland
What does "Homeland" mean?
"Homeland" means the native land or country of one's parents, one's ancestors, or oneself. As a noun, it is defined as: the native land or country of one's parents, one's ancestors, or oneself.
What is another word for "Homeland"?
Other words for "Homeland" include country, fatherland, home, mother country, motherland and sod. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Homeland" you intend.
How do you use "Homeland" in a sentence?
Examples of "Homeland" in a sentence: "tries to return every year to Italy, her homeland for the first two decades of her life".
Is "Homeland" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Homeland" is a noun.
Is "Homeland" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?
As a C1-level word, "Homeland" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.
How do you pronounce "Homeland"?
"Homeland" is pronounced /ˈhōm-ˌland/ and divided into syllables as home·land.
What is the origin of the word "Homeland"?
First known use: circa 1627.
What is another word for "Homeland" meaning "the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship"?
When "Homeland" (noun) means the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship, synonyms include country, fatherland, home, mother country, motherland and sod.