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countryman

3 antonyms for countryman — opposites grouped by meaning.

Noun — A person from the same country as the speaker; a fellow national.

Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

A person from the same country as the speaker; a fellow national.

“He was proud to meet a countryman while traveling abroad.”

Opposites

2. noun

A man who lives in or is associated with the countryside.

“The old countryman knew every trail in the hills.”

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Etymology

From country + man.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “countryman” mean?
The word “countryman” means a person from the same country as the speaker; a fellow national. In plain terms, someone from your own nation, or a man who lives rurally.
How do you pronounce “countryman”?
“Countryman” is pronounced KUHNT-ree-muhn (/ˈkʌntɹimən/ in IPA).
How do you use “countryman” in a sentence?
Here is “countryman” used in a sentence: “He was proud to meet a countryman while traveling abroad.”
What part of speech is “countryman”?
“Countryman” is a noun.
How many meanings does “countryman” have?
“Countryman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person from the same country as the speaker; a fellow national.

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