/ ˈhəʊmɪŋ; NAmE ˈhoʊm-/ adjective [ only before noun ]
1.
( of a bird or an animal ) trained, or having a natural ability, to find the way home from a long distance away :
Many birds have a remarkable homing instinct .
2.
( of a missile , etc. ) fitted with an electronic device that enables it to find and hit the place or object it is aimed at :
a homing device