How to Pronounce "homing"

word

/ˈhoʊmɪŋ/

HOHM-ing

/hˈəʊmɪŋ/

HOHM-ing

Definition

Describes the ability or process by which an animal, object, or device automatically finds its way home or to a specific destination. Often used in technology (like 'homing missile') or for animals that return home.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈhoʊmɪŋ/

British English

/hˈəʊmɪŋ/

Simplified Pronunciation

HOHM-ing

Listen in Context

The homing pigeon found its way back home.

This is a homing missile.

The robot uses a homing system to return to its station.

Thanks to its homing ability, the drone always comes back after a flight.