Countries — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Countries
Countries (noun)
- an indefinite usually extended expanse of land, region
- the land of a person's birth, residence, or citizenship
- a political state or nation or its territory
- country music that is produced by performers who are outside the mainstream of country music and that is typically regarded as differing from mainstream country in being less polished, more original, and more eclectic especially in incorporating influences from such genres as rock, folk music, blues, and punk
- alt-country
- cross-country racing or skiing
- a low-lying country or region; especially, the part of a southern state extending from the seacoast inland to the fall line
- the country of one's parents or ancestors; also, fatherland
- the country from which the people of a colony or former colony derive their origin
- a country that is the origin of something
- an emigrant's country of origin; especially, one in Europe —usually used with the
Countries (geographical name)
- region of western Europe bordering on the North Sea and comprising modern Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands
- organization established in 1960 to coordinate petroleum policies among its members (now Algeria, Angola, Ecuador, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Venezuela)
Countries (adjective)
- of, relating to, or characteristic of an inland, upland, or outlying region
Countries (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship
"a great love for my country"
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a body of people composed of one or more nationalities usually with its own territory and government
"usually in time of war, the whole country unites behind the president"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Countries
The most common words with a similar meaning to Countries:
Word Forms of Countries
Derived words: countryish (adjective), low-country (adjective), up-country (noun)
Origin & Etymology of Countries
Middle English contree, from Anglo-French cuntree, contré, from Medieval Latin contrata, from Latin contra against, on the opposite side
First known use: 13th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Countries
What does "Countries" mean?
"Countries" means an indefinite usually extended expanse of land, region. As an a noun and an adjective, it is defined as: an indefinite usually extended expanse of land, region. It has 2 distinct senses.
What is another word for "Countries"?
Other words for "Countries" include fatherlands, homelands, homes, mother countries, motherlands, sods, commonwealths and lands. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Countries" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Countries"?
There are 52 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Countries". Common alternatives include fatherlands, homelands, homes, mother countries, motherlands, sods, commonwealths, lands, nations and sovereignties.
How do you use "Countries" in a sentence?
Examples of "Countries" in a sentence: "a great love for my country"; "usually in time of war, the whole country unites behind the president".
Is "Countries" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Countries" can be used as a noun and an adjective, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "Countries"?
"Countries" is pronounced /ˈkən-trē/ as a noun, /ˈȯlt-ˈkən-trē/ as a noun and /ˈəp-ˌkən-trē/ as an adjective and divided into syllables as coun·try.
What is the origin of the word "Countries"?
"Countries" comes from Middle English contree, from Anglo-French cuntree, contré, from Medieval Latin contrata, from Latin contra against, on the opposite side. First known use: 13th century.
What is another word for "Countries" meaning "the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship"?
When "Countries" (noun) means the land of one's birth, residence, or citizenship, synonyms include fatherlands, homelands, homes, mother countries, motherlands and sods.