Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hayseed
Noun
/ˈheɪsiːd/
Definition
A person from a rural area, especially an unsophisticated one.
Examples
- He’s just a hayseed from the countryside, but he has a heart of gold.
- Though he might seem like a hayseed, he knows a lot more than he lets on.
Meaning
Typically refers to someone who is perceived as unsophisticated or rural, often with a sense of naivety. It can also imply a simple, country lifestyle.
Synonyms
- Rube
- Country bumpkin
- Hick Peasant
