Away from home
adverb
Not at home, in a different location.
He is studying away from home and visits his family on holidays only.

Often appears as...
- studying away from home
- working away from home
adverb
Apart from the place one usually lives in.
It's scary being away from home for the first time.

Often appears as...
- being away from home
- staying away from home
adverb
Not at home, in a different location.
He is studying away from home and visits his family on holidays only.

Often appears as...
- studying away from home
- working away from home
adverb
Apart from the place one usually lives in.
It's scary being away from home for the first time.

Often appears as...
- being away from home
- staying away from home
Definition 1 of 2

Temporary Situation
Indicates a short-term or temporary condition, not permanent residence.

She's working away from home for a three-month project.
Emotional Impact
Can express feelings of homesickness or independence.

He felt a mix of excitement and loneliness while away from home.
Unfamiliar Environment
Suggests being in a place that's not as comfortable or known as one's home.

Living away from home made her appreciate familiar surroundings.
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