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December 29, 2023 Word of the Day

rustic /ˈrʌstɪk/ adjective
rustic
/ˈrʌstɪk/
adjective

more rustic; most rustic

A rustic cabin in the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee
A rustic cabin in the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee
Definition of RUSTIC

1 : of, relating to, or suitable for the country or people who live in the country

  • The inn has a rustic atmosphere.

  • a rustic village

2 : made of rough wood

  • simple, rustic furniture

rusticity /ˌrʌˈstɪsəti/ noun [noncount]

  • the rusticity of the inn

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