CEFR B1

open country

noun phrase

Meaning

An area of land that is not built up, with fields, farms, or natural landscapes, far from cities or towns.

Examples

They decided to buy a farm in the open country.
The hikers enjoyed the peace and quiet of the open country.

Synonyms: countryside, rural area, the sticks

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open country (B1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˌoʊpən ˈkʌntri/

Definition

An area of land that is not built up, with fields, farms, or natural landscapes, far from cities or towns.

Examples

They decided to buy a farm in the open country.
The hikers enjoyed the peace and quiet of the open country.
Many people move from crowded cities to the open country seeking a simpler life.

Synonyms of open country

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Antonyms of open country

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