Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

homebound

adjective

ˈhoʊmˌbaʊnd

Definition

Unable to leave home, especially due to illness or disability.

Examples

The elderly woman became homebound after her surgery.
Due to severe allergies, he lives a homebound lifestyle during the spring.
Many homebound individuals rely on community services for groceries and companionship.

Meaning

The term refers to individuals who are confined to their homes, usually as a result of medical conditions or physical impairments that prevent them from going outside.