Definition

A man who lives in a rural area or has a lifestyle typical of the countryside.

Example

The countryman enjoyed tending to his farm and living close to nature.

Conversation

I met a really interesting countryman at the market yesterday.

Oh really? What did he have to say?

He told me all about his life on the farm and how he grows his own vegetables.

That sounds awesome! I love hearing stories from countrymen like him.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Countryman → It is formed from "country" (from Old French *contree*, meaning land or region) and "-man" (meaning a person). A countryman refers to a person from a particular land or region.

Memory Tip

Think of someone from a specific 'land' ('country') — the '-man' just means a person. A countryman is someone who belongs to that land.

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