homemaking

[ hohm-mey-king ]

noun

1. the establishment or management of a home; duties of a homemaker.

adjective

1. of or relating to the management of a home:

   homemaking tasks.

Word History and Origins

Origin of homemaking¹

First recorded in 1885–90; home + making

Example Sentences

Studies in rodents suggest they could make mothers-to-be more sensitive to smells and prone to grooming and nesting, or homemaking.

From BBC

But I also wanted to explore the historical concept of homemaking, even though homemaking now is, like, ordering on Amazon.

From Los Angeles Times

"My job was to learn homemaking skills and prepare to be a stay-at-home wife."

From Salon

She’s someone who plugs into our culture's diametric emotions related to homemaking and feminism.

From Salon

Stewart’s empire was built on elevating the art of homemaking, winning the gratitude and millions of dollars of support from of underappreciated women everywhere.

From Salon

Related Words

• housekeeping
• sewing