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homeowner's policy

American  

noun

Insurance.
  1. a form of home insurance that provides compensation for damage, loss, or injury of property, personal belongings, or persons due to fire, theft, accidents, etc.


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A standard homeowner’s policy covers many — but not all — major risks, and excludes things like flood and earthquake unless you buy separate coverage.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 10, 2026

ACT OF DOG: Does your homeowner’s policy cover shredded furniture?

From Washington Post • Apr. 21, 2022

Their homeowner’s policy cost $1,300 to $1,500 and he could not justify spending another $1,000 for quake coverage, he said.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 9, 2018

Chubb has been working with Wildfire Defense Systems since 2008, offering the service as part of its standard homeowner’s policy for properties in wildfire-exposed areas.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2018

A homeowner’s policy may cover this type of repair.

From Encyclopedia.com • Jun. 26, 2018