HOMELY


Meaning of HOMELY in English

1.

If you describe a room or house as ~, you like it because you feel comfortable and relaxed there. (mainly BRIT; in AM, usually use homey )

We try and provide a very ~ atmosphere.

= cosy

ADJ approval

2.

If you describe a woman as ~, you mean that she has a warm, comforting manner and looks like someone who would enjoy being at home and running a family. (BRIT)

Mrs Jones was a pleasant, ~ person with a ready smile.

ADJ

3.

If you say that someone is ~, you mean that they are not very attractive to look at. (AM)

The man was ~ and overweight.

= plain

ADJ

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