at-home

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adjective

ət-ˈhōm How to pronounce at-home (audio)
ˈat-ˌhōm
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: intended or suitable for one's home
an at-home dress
2
: being or occurring at one's home
at-home entertainment
3
: not employed outside the home : stay-at-home
an at-home mom

at home

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noun

: a reception given at one's home

Examples of at-home in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
Using this ionic facial steamer for at-home spa days will give your skin a clean and glowing complexion. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 30 Aug. 2024 An at-home speakeasy vibe that feels more intentional and less of an afterthought. Kelsey Mulvey, Sunset Magazine, 26 Aug. 2024
Noun
In Saturday's affair, the Cowboys are favored by more than a touchdown at home, but the Razorbacks sound determined to bounce back from a 4-8 season with a big early upset like some of their predecessors. Tom Murphy, arkansasonline.com, 7 Sep. 2024 Known for her love of classic silhouettes, Ramzi looked at home among House of Gilles’ graceful creations. Ian Malone, Vogue, 7 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for at-home 

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Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1903, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Noun

1745, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of at-home was in 1745

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“At-home.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at-home. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.

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