homie

ho-mie · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A close friend, especially one from the same neighborhood or social group.

  2. 2.

    A term of address for a friend or acquaintance.

Forms

plural: homies

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    homies for life — friends forever, expressing lasting loyalty
  • •
    that's my homie — expression indicating someone is a close friend

Related words

Antonyms: enemy, stranger
See also: buddy, friend, pal
Synonyms: buddy, friend, homeboy, pal

Etymology

From American English slang, a shortened form of homeboy ("friend from one's neighborhood"), which emerged in African American communities in the mid-20th century. Became widely popularized through hip-hop culture in the 1980s and 1990s.