at home

1 of 2adverb

/æt hoʊm/

1

in the place where one lives

She planned to stay at home and rest after the long trip.
You're more likely to reach her at home in the evenings.
She planned to be at home all weekend to catch up on reading.
They spent the weekend quietly at home.
During the storm, everyone stayed at home for safety.

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2

in a position to receive and welcome visitors

The senator was at home to constituents every Wednesday.
He made it clear he would not be at home to anyone today.
On weekends, she's usually at home to friends and neighbors.
The ambassador is at home on Thursday evenings for receptions.
The artist is only at home to invited guests during the exhibition season.

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3

within or relating to the place where one belongs or originated

The company is thriving both at home and overseas.
These issues are as urgent at home as they are internationally.
Public reaction at home was mixed following the announcement.
The band is just as popular at home as it is in Europe.
Politicians must listen to concerns at home, not just those abroad.

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4

at a sports team's usual venue or home field

The team is undefeated at home this season.
They will face their rivals at home next weekend.
Fans turned out in droves to support the team at home.
We've had four consecutive wins at home.
The crowd cheered louder when the team played at home.

5

in a state of being relaxed or emotionally settled in a certain environment

She seemed perfectly at home among strangers.
He was instantly at home in the cozy cabin.
Though new to the job, she acted at home from day one.
He walked into the room as if he were at home.
Even in a foreign country, she looked completely at home.

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relaxed serene mellow peaceful

6

used to show operating with ease and assurance in a skill, subject, or role

She's at home when discussing complex legal theory.
He felt at home handling the new equipment.
The professor is most at home in front of a seminar.
He's at home debating politics with anyone.
They're at home using both digital and analog tools.

7

used to refer to residing with one's parents, especially as an adult

After college, he spent a year at home before finding work.
Many young adults remain at home due to rising rent costs.
She's finishing her internship while staying at home.
He decided to live at home while saving for a mortgage.
It's common in some cultures to stay at home until marriage.