open country

noun
UK: /ˌəʊ.pən ˈkʌn.tri/
US: /ˌoʊ.pən ˈkʌn.tri/

  1. Land that is not covered by trees or buildings; a wide, clear area.

    1. The soldiers marched across the open country.
    2. We drove for miles through open country, seeing only fields and sky.

  2. A rural area, especially one used for farming or ranching.

    1. They decided to move to the open country for a quieter life.
    2. The family owns a large ranch in the open country where they raise cattle.

Synonyms

farmland prairie wilderness countryside

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "open country" in English means: Land that is not covered by trees or buildings; a wide, clear area., A rural area, especially one used for farming or ranching..

The phonetic transcription of "open country" is /ˌəʊ.pən ˈkʌn.tri/ in British English and /ˌoʊ.pən ˈkʌn.tri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "open country": farmland, prairie, wilderness, countryside.

Example usage of "open country": "The soldiers marched across the open country.". More examples on the page.