1. plural of homegoing; instances or occasions of going home or returning to one's residence
Usage: commonly used in the phrase 'homegoing service' to refer to a funeral or memorial service
2. funeral or memorial services, especially in African American religious traditions
Usage: primarily used in religious and cultural contexts

Examples

• The homegoings of the elderly members were attended by the entire congregation.
• Many families plan their homegoings months in advance.
• The church scheduled three homegoings for the following week.
• Homegoings in this tradition celebrate the deceased's life and spiritual journey.
• She helped organize the homegoings for her grandmother and uncle.