The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word HOMESICKNESS
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What does HOMESICKNESS mean?
HOMESICKNESS noun- The characteristic of being homesick; a strong, sad feeling of missing one's home (and often left-behind loved ones, such as family and friends) when physically away.