Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
country-house
noun
/ˈkʌntri haʊs/
Definition
A country-house is a large house in the countryside, typically used as a retreat or vacation home.
Examples
- They spent their summer weekends at the country-house they inherited from their grandparents.
- The country-house was beautifully situated near a lake surrounded by trees.
- Every autumn, the family would host a reunion at their charming country-house.
Meaning
A residence located in a rural area, often associated with leisure and relaxation away from urban life.
Synonyms
- rural home
- chateau
- villa
- holiday home
- retreat
