noun
- Plural of homespun; cloth made of yarn spun at home, typically coarse and durable.
- Plural of homespun; people or things that are simple, unpretentious, or made without sophistication.
Usage: Usually used in plural form when referring to multiple pieces or types of the fabric.
Usage: Figurative use; often refers to simple or rustic people or products.
Examples
- The museum displayed several homespuns from the colonial era.
- She preferred homespuns to expensive imported fabrics for everyday wear.
- The settlers wore homespuns made from wool and flax.
- These homespuns reflect the practical craftsmanship of early American families.
- The shop sold traditional homespuns alongside modern textiles.
- Homespuns were valued for their durability and warmth in frontier communities.