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homeland

n. countable
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˈhoʊmˌɫænd// UK //hˈəʊmlənd// home·land Archaic

n. the country where you were born or where your family comes from. It is often used when someone feels a strong emotional connection to their native land.

n. the country of one's birth or ancestry, often carrying a strong emotional or patriotic connotation. While sometimes used in political contexts, it frequently appears in literature to evoke a sense of belonging.


SIMPLE

He returned to his homeland after many years abroad.

CONTEXTUAL

After the war ended, thousands of refugees began the long journey back to their ancestral homeland.

COMPLEX

The poet's work is deeply rooted in the landscapes of his homeland, reflecting a lifelong preoccupation with the soil and traditions that shaped his early identity.

Synonyms
Origin

From home + land.

Usage

Often used with possessive adjectives like 'my', 'their', or 'his' to emphasize a personal connection.

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