HOMEMADE Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

homemade

adjective

Definition of homemade

as in manual

made in the home and not in a factory, store, etc. He makes a fantastic homemade bread.

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Recent Examples of homemade This homemade cake is baked in a 9x13-inch pan and makes 12 servings. — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2026 Pope makes a homemade bomb by eyeballing every measurement, and no one dies. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026 Try the hot pies with high-end ingredients like Ezzo pepperoni, Porcellino Diablo salami, Bianco DiNapoli tomatoes and homemade pickled chiles. — Usa Today Network, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026 His wife welcomes me into their open-air kitchen for coffee and tamal de maicena — homemade milk tarts made with cornstarch, which are unbelievably fresh and delicious. — Jennifer Leigh Parker, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for homemade

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What a bidet means for home value A basic manual attachment can be installed in under 10 minutes, though more elaborate models often need a professional.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026
My zero-mile review Slingshot came with a five-speed manual gearbox (highly recommended), but an auto with paddle shifters is also available.

— William Roberson, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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As the action progresses, Doralee brings grit and common sense to the trio, showcasing Parton’s ability to deliver homespun wit without ever falling into folksy caricature.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Instead of using the developed AI software to create the animation, the film is incredibly homespun.

— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026

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