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countrify

|coun-tri-fy|

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/ˈkʌntrɪfaɪ/

make rustic

Etymology
Etymology Information

'countrify' originates from the English word 'country', combined with the suffix '-ify', which means 'to make or become'.

Historical Evolution

'country' transformed from the Old French word 'contrée', and eventually became the modern English word 'country'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to make something rural', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to make something more rustic or rural in style or character.

The designer decided to countrify the living room with wooden furniture and floral patterns.

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Last updated: 2025/07/03 01:22