country club

noun

1. a club, usually in a suburban district, with a clubhouse and grounds, offering various social activities and generally having facilities for tennis, golf, swimming, etc.

country club

noun

1. a club in the country, having sporting and social facilities

Word History and Origins

Origin of country club¹

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70

Example Sentences

The country club was the location of filming over the years.

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“It is not a community center where parties are held. It is not a country club for the masses.”

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Every weekend, like clockwork, he takes care of himself at his favorite country club while ignoring the rest of the country.

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Russell kicked another penalty as the game slowed in the final 20 minutes to cap another night in what could be a remarkable season for the West country club.

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Living in affluent Brentwood at the time, they were inspired by the aesthetics of country club life, even if they were unable to actually participate.

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