homecoming
/ˈhoʊmˌkʌmɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: homecomings
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The act or event of returning home.
Noun
Examples
His homecoming was saddened by the news of his mother's death the day before.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
In high schools and colleges, a tradition centered around a football game, a parade and the coronation of a Homecoming Queen.
NounRegister: US
Examples
Many alumni come back for homecoming, and many freshmen are advised to flee.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “homecoming” mean?
The act or event of returning home.
Is “homecoming” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.