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homestay

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Scrabble points
16
Words With Friends
15
Letters
8
Pronunciation
/ˈhoʊmˌsteɪ/

Definition of homestay

2 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

  1. A system whereby students, visiting a foreign country to study, board with a local family at an affordable price.
    “Whether you’re crossing paths with shepherds in the mountains or staying with a family at a homestay, the warmth of the people will linger in your heart long after your trip ends.”
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noun

  1. A system whereby students, visiting a foreign country to study, board with a local family at an affordable price.
    “Whether you’re crossing paths with shepherds in the mountains or staying with a family at a homestay, the warmth of the people will linger in your heart long after your trip ends.”
  2. A house used primarily as the residence of the owner but with the business of accommodating paying guests.

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Etymology

From home + stay, nowadays a reborrowing from Japanese ホームステイ (hōmusutei).

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