home country
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌhoʊm ˈkʌntri/
Definition
The nation where a person was born or holds citizenship.
Examples
Many international students feel a strong sense of nostalgia for their home country during the holidays.
The athlete decided to represent her home country in the upcoming Olympic Games.
He had to renew his passport at the embassy of his home country before he could travel further.
Synonyms of home country
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