homecoming

• Substantiv, das die jährliche Veranstaltung bezeichnet, bei der Absolventen an ihre Schule oder Universität zurückkehren, oder die Handlung der Rückkehr nach Hause.

A noun referring to an annual event where alumni return to their school or university, or the act of returning to one's home.

1. Returning homeB1formal

   The act of coming back to one's home after a period of absence.

   Heimkehr

   • Her homecoming was celebrated with a family dinner.
   • The soldier's homecoming was an emotional event.
   • After years abroad, his homecoming was long overdue.

   Synonymearrivalreturn

2. School or university reunionB2formalamerican

   An annual event where former students return to their school or university for social gatherings and celebrations.

   Ehemaligentreffen

   • The high school homecoming dance is always a big event.
   • She was excited to attend her college homecoming this year.
   • Homecoming week includes a parade and a football game.

   Synonymereunion