homer
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈhoʊmər/
KK: /ˈhoʊmɚ/
intransitive verb
Definition
In baseball, to hit a home run, which means hitting the ball out of the playing field and scoring a run.
Example
He homered in the fifth inning to help his team win the game.
Tense Forms
Past: homered
Past Participle: homered
Conversation
Did you see that game last night?
Yeah, it was amazing! I can't believe he homered in the fifth inning.
I know, right? It really turned the game around.
Absolutely! That final score was incredible.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
slug
smash
drive
Antonyms
miss
fail
strike
noun
Definition
A type of pigeon that is trained to return home from long distances, often used in racing or messaging.
Example
The homers flew back to their loft after being released miles away.
Conversation
Did you see that last game where he hit a homer?
Yeah, it was incredible! The crowd went wild.
I can't believe he managed to hit a homer in the final inning.
Root Explanation
The word 'homer' originates from Old English 'homa', meaning a home or dwelling. It refers to a person associated with a home or household.
Memory Tip
Think of 'homa' as a place where someone lives — that's why 'homer' refers to someone connected to a home.
Visually Confused Words
omer
hoer
homager
yomer
vomer
shoer
ormer
omber