countryman
Translation
compatriot, countryman
Examples
He greeted his fellow countryman warmly.
He greeted his fellow countryman warmly.
He was a simple countryman from the hills.
He was a simple countryman from the hills.
Grammar Patterns
((a/one's)) countryman a person from one's own country He met a fellow countryman on his travels.
((a)) countryman a person who lives in the country The old man was a simple countryman.
Similar Words
Synonyms: compatriot, fellow citizen, rustic, farmer
Etymology
A compound of 'country' and 'man'.
Memory Tips
Think of the two meanings of 'country': a 'man' from your 'country' (nation), or a 'man' who lives in 'the country' (rural area).