Homie vs. Homey

Homie vs. Homey — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Homie and Homey

Homienoun

(African American Vernacular English) Someone, particularly a friend or male acquaintance, from one's hometown.

Homeyadjective

Befitting a home; cozy, intimate.

Susan added some homey touches to her office.

Homienoun

(African American Vernacular English) A close friend or fellow member of a youth gang.

Hey there, Francis, my homie!Yo, homie!

Homeyadjective

having a feeling of home; cozy and comfortable;

the homely everyday atmospherea homey little inn

Homienoun

(African American Vernacular English) An inner-city youth.

Homienoun

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