Homing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhoʊmɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Homing is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of home.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of home.
More Meanings
- (video games, of a projectile) That self-adjusts its trajectory to home in on a target; (of a weapon) shooting such projectiles.
- (military, of a projectile) Fitted with a guiding electronic device that allows it to find and hit a target.
Example Sentences
Watch out for the boss's last attack — the blue bullets are homing.
Synonyms for homing
Depending on context, synonyms include orienting, orientating.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include orientating, orienting, back, factor, reinstatement, replacement.
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