Pronunciation: [hˈə͡ʊmspʌn] (IPA) 
The word "homespun" is spelled as /ˈhoʊmˌspʌn/ in IPA phonetic transcription. This word is made up of two parts: "home" and "spun". "Home" is pronounced as /hoʊm/, which rhymes with the word "foam". "Spun" is pronounced as /spʌn/, which rhymes with the word "fun". The combination of these two words forms "homespun", which means something that is made at home or in a simple and unrefined way.
Homespun is an adjective that is used to describe something that is simple, plain, or unrefined. It typically refers to things that are handmade or produced in a domestic setting, rather than a factory or professional establishment. The term originated from the literal meaning of "spun at home" in reference to fabric that was woven by hand in one's own home.
In the context of clothing, homespun refers to garments that are made from coarse, rough-textured fabric such as wool or cotton. These fabrics are typically not highly processed or intricately designed, and instead have a rustic or homemade quality to them. Homespun clothing is often associated with traditional or folk styles, evoking a sense of nostalgia or simplicity.
Beyond textiles, homespun can also describe other aspects of everyday life that are unadorned or unsophisticated. For example, someone might describe a homemade meal as homespun, indicating that it is made from scratch using basic ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Similarly, a homespun story or piece of wisdom might be one that is born out of personal experience or common knowledge, rather than academic or formal sources.
Overall, the term homespun conveys a sense of authenticity, sincerity, and a connection to simpler times, often with an emphasis on tradition or a do-it-yourself approach.
Of domestic manufacture.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "homespun" comes from a combination of two words: "home" and "spun".
"Home" originates from the Old English word "hām", which means "dwelling, house, or place of one's own". It is related to the German word "Heim" and the Dutch word "heim", both with similar meanings.
"Spun" is derived from the Old English verb "spinnan", which means "to draw out and twist fibers into thread or yarn". It has Germanic roots and is related to the German word "spinnen" and the Dutch word "spinnen", both meaning "to spin".
When combined, "home" refers to the place where something is produced, and "spun" relates to the act of creating a fabric through spinning.
