country — a nation with its own government, occupying a particular territory
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a nation with its own government, occupying a particular territory
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkʌntri/
Example Sentences
- My country has the best fried chicken in the world!
- Which country invented pizza? Italy or New York?
- Every country should have a national exam like CSAT.
country
NOUN[/ˈkʌntri/]
a nation with its own government, occupying a particular territory
He left the city to start a quiet life in the country.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old French 'contree' in the 13th century, which originated from Latin 'contra' meaning 'opposite to' or 'against'. Initially denoting 'land' or 'region' in a geographical sense, the term gradually evolved to encompass the political concept of a 'nation' or 'state'.
Breakdown
contra- (Latin: opposite to, against) + -ee (Old French suffix forming nouns). The Latin root 'contra' originally referred to land lying opposite or facing a particular direction, which developed into the broader sense of a defined territorial region.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My country has the best fried chicken in the world!”
“Which country invented pizza? Italy or New York?”
“Every country should have a national exam like CSAT.”
“Living in the country means no delivery apps work there.”
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