homeward
Translation
homeward, homewards
Examples
The birds flew homeward at sunset.
The birds flew homeward at sunset.
He began his homeward journey.
He began his homeward journey.
Grammar Patterns
((adverb)) towards home The birds flew homeward at sunset.
((adjective)) leading towards home He began his homeward journey.
Similar Words
Synonyms: homewards
Etymology
From 'home' + the suffix '-ward', meaning 'in the direction of'. Literally 'towards home'.
Memory Tips
Picture an arrow pointing towards your home. The '-ward' suffix indicates direction.