Countryman Meaning in English
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Definition
A countryman is someone from the same country as you; it can also mean someone who lives in the countryside.
Usage & Nuances
"Countryman" often means someone from your own country (especially used by English speakers when abroad). It can also refer to a person who lives in rural areas, mostly in literary or historical contexts. Don't confuse with "compatriot" (always 'from same country'), or use "countryman" to mean 'city-dweller'.
Example Sentences
He met a fellow countryman while traveling abroad.
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All the countrymen celebrated the national holiday together.
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The old countryman knew every field and path in the village.
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I bumped into another countryman at the airport—what a surprise!
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He always feels happier when surrounded by his fellow countrymen.
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Many countrymen abroad help each other in times of need.
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