Homelands — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈhōm-ˌland/ home·land

Meaning & Definition of Homelands

Homelands (noun)

  1. the native land or country of one's parents, one's ancestors, or oneself
  2. 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

Homelands (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. 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"

    similar: countries, fatherlands, homes, mother countries, motherlands, sods
    related: old countries, communities, neighborhoods

Related Entry: Homeland (noun)

Homeland is a different word from Homelands. The synonyms below are for homeland, not for homelands.

  1. 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"

    similar: country, fatherland, home, mother country, motherland, sod
    related: old country, community, neighborhood

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Homelands

The most common words with a similar meaning to Homelands:

countries, fatherlands, homes, mother countries, motherlands, sods

Related Words for Homelands

old countries, communities, neighborhoods

Origin & Etymology of Homelands

First known use: circa 1627

Frequently Asked Questions about Homelands

What does "Homelands" mean?

"Homelands" 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 "Homelands"?

Other words for "Homelands" include countries, fatherlands, homes, mother countries, motherlands and sods. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Homelands" you intend.

How do you use "Homelands" in a sentence?

Examples of "Homelands" in a sentence: "tries to return every year to Italy, her homeland for the first two decades of her life".

Is "Homelands" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Homelands" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Homelands"?

"Homelands" is pronounced /ˈhōm-ˌland/ and divided into syllables as home·land.

What is the origin of the word "Homelands"?

First known use: circa 1627.

What is another word for "Homelands" meaning "the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship"?

When "Homelands" (noun) means the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship, synonyms include countries, fatherlands, homes, mother countries, motherlands and sods.

What words are related to "Homelands"?

Words related to "Homelands" include old countries, communities and neighborhoods.