homefolk
- noun
- /ˈhoʊmfoʊk/
- Archaic
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familia
- He shared stories of his adventures with his homefolk, who were eager to hear about his travels.
Examples
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After moving to the city, she often misses her homefolk and the simple life back in her hometown.
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They don't look it, homefolks, because of the green skins, but they're the sweetest oranges.
Fiction book (1991) -
But for Violet (as well as for her sisters and those who stayed in the county), he was out there somewhere gathering and putting by delights to pass out among the homefolks.
Fiction book (1992) -
Gathering with homefolk for the holiday celebration always brings her joy and laughter.
Synonyms
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A group of people who share the same culture or background
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Relatives who come from the same family, often including aunts and cousins
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People from the place you grew up, especially your family
People from the same town or area as you
A group of people from the same town, region, or country who help each other
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word homefolk comes from two simple parts: home ('home') and folk ('people'). It paints a clear picture of the people who belong to your home—your family or people from your home area—so it is used for those who welcome you or whom you miss when you are away.