homeland
//ˈhoʊmˌlænd//
Noun
homelandSingular
homelandsPlural
1
The country where a person was born or has citizenship, especially when viewed with emotional attachment or national identity.
After living abroad for many years, she finally returned to her homeland.
2
A region or territory that is the native land of a particular people or ethnic group.
The Kurdish people have long sought recognition of their homeland.
3
The place where something originated or has its roots.
Greece is considered the homeland of democracy.