homedulgence

homedulgence

English

Etymology

Blend of home +‎ indulgence.

Noun

homedulgence (uncountable)

1. The phenomenon or practice of consumers spending leisure time at home instead of going out.
   • 2009, Louise Jack, "Hair removal brands take on the recession with 'homedulgence'", Marketing Week, 29 January 2009:

     The move to “homedulgence” is one way consumers can ride out the recession and it is predicted it will soon extend to many other areas of life, such as mix-your-own cocktails evenings and home dining clubs.

   • 2009, "Housing boost is good sign", Belfast Telegraph, 26 March 2009:

     Alternatively, it could be a great home cinema or relaxation room for the growing 'homedulgence' trend for living the high life without going out as we spend more leisure time at home with friends and family.

   • 2011, Nikki McReynolds, "A foot in both camps", PRWeek, 23 November 2011:

     Our latest comms platform for our premium range of Allure cooking appliances saw PR creating the 'kitchen theatre' platform, borne out of the trend for 'homedulgence', where kitchen living is replacing lounges.