Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

country-squire

noun

/ˈkʌntri ˈskwaɪər/

Definition

A country squire is a gentleman who owns land and lives in the countryside, typically a member of the landed gentry.

Examples

The country squire hosted an annual harvest festival for the villagers in his estate.
As a country squire, he took pride in maintaining his estate and engaging with the local community.

Meaning

The term emphasizes the lifestyle and social status of individuals who are landowners and are often seen as part of the English countryside’s traditional gentry class.