Meaning of the word homing in English

What does homing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

homing

US /ˈhoʊ.mɪŋ/
UK /ˈhəʊ.mɪŋ/

Adjective

designed to return to a starting point or to a target by means of an automatic guidance system

Example:
The missile has a homing device.
They use homing pigeons to send messages.

Noun

the action of returning home or to a starting point

Example:
After a long journey, the bird's homing instinct led it back to its nest.
The submarine's homing system guided it safely back to base.