What do you want to learn?

Search 353,402+ words, phrases & grammar rules

📖
Featured Word B1

homer (noun)

A 'homer' is an informal term for a home run in the sport of baseball, where a batter hits the ball out of the playing field. It is also used in some regions to refer to a person who is biased toward their own home team or hometown.

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a ball going 'HOME' to score a 'HOMER.' If a person is a 'HOMER,' they only care about their 'HOME' team.

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

He hit a Homer. → He hit a homer.

The ref is a homey. → The ref is a homer.