Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rusticating

verb
/ˈrʌstəˌkeɪtɪŋ/
Definition
The act of spending time in the countryside as a form of relaxation or escape from city life.
Examples
  • I have been rusticating in the mountains for the summer.
  • Rusticating can be a great way to unwind from the stresses of urban life.
  • She enjoys rusticating during the weekends with her friends at the cabin.
Meaning
To rustic, or to engage in a rural lifestyle that involves simple living and a deep connection to nature.
Synonyms
  • countryside living
  • reveling in nature
  • rural retreat