Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rustication

noun

/rʌstɪˈkeɪʃən/

Definition

The act of going to the country or withdrawing from urban life.

Examples

After years of city living, she decided on a rustication in the mountains to seek peace.
The writer’s rustication by the lake inspired his next novel.
Rustication can provide a refreshing break from daily routines.

Meaning

Rustication refers to the process of retreating to a rural or countryside environment, often for relaxation or an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.