homemade

adjective

home·​made ˈhō(m)-ˈmād 

1

: made in the home, on the premises, or by one's own efforts

2

: of domestic manufacture

Examples of homemade in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While Ann Michael's baked goods have gone plenty viral online, DeVito hinted at a more strategic reason as to why Ann Michael sends her starting quarterback husband into work with homemade desserts. —Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 1 Feb. 2026

But do make this Fried Onion-Chili Crisp Dip, a homemade version with a generous spoonful of chili crisp swirled throughout, just to remind us in 2026 that change is good. —Carolynn Carreño, Los Angeles Times, 1 Feb. 2026

Before treatments, guests can recline indoors with homemade lavender popcorn or enjoy sitting outside in the charming relaxation space filled with herbs and flowers. —Asonta Benetti, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026

As Crave Cafe celebrates 19 years in business, the favorite for homemade soups is also marking two years in business at its new location. —Stephanie Stremplewski, Louisville Courier Journal, 31 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1547, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for homemade

• accolade
• ambuscade
• antegrade
• balustrade
• barricade
• cannonade
• cavalcade
• centigrade
• chambermaid
• colonnade
• countertrade
• disobeyed

Kids Definition

homemade

adjective

home·​made ˈhōm-ˈ(m)ād 

: made in the home