Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

country-manor

noun

/ˈkʌntri ˈmeɪnər/

Definition

A large house situated in the countryside, often associated with the landed gentry and used for residential purposes.

Examples

The country-manor was elegantly decorated and served as a retreat for city dwellers.
Many historical country-manors have been converted into hotels and wedding venues.
She spent her summers at her family’s country-manor, enjoying the peaceful countryside.

Meaning

A country-manor typically refers to a stately home or estate, usually surrounded by extensive land and gardens, where families of higher social rank or wealth reside.