homo

[ˈhoʊmoʊ]

homo Definition

  • 1a prefix meaning 'same', 'similar', or 'alike'
  • 2short for 'homosexual', referring to a person who is sexually attracted to people of the same sex

Using homo: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "homo" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The two paintings are homochromatic, using the same color scheme.

  • Example

    The company's homogeneity in hiring practices has been criticized.

  • Example

    He came out as homo to his family and friends last year.

homo Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for homo

Origins of homo

from Greek 'homos', meaning 'same'

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Summary: homo in Brief

The term 'homo' [ˈhoʊmoʊ] is a prefix meaning 'same', 'similar', or 'alike'. It can be used in formal contexts to describe things that share characteristics, such as 'homochromatic', or to describe a lack of diversity, such as 'homogeneity in hiring practices'. In slang, 'homo' is short for 'homosexual', referring to a person who is sexually attracted to people of the same sex.

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