country-bred
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of country-bred
First recorded in 1660–70
Example Sentences
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I was now fourteen years of age, and for a country-bred lad I flattered myself that I was no fool.
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It is the opinion of the author that the State Agricultural College, as now situated and organized, is the ideal institution of higher learning for the country-bred youth.
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In these trades the better positions go inevitably to the country-bred man, with his all-round training.
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The country-bred girl drew a long luxurious breath, and in the fulness of her heart grossly overpaid her charioteer on alighting.
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Any old screw, country-bred pony or short-shouldered Arab may be brought out on these occasions.
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