rusticism

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. A word, phrase, or manner of speech characteristic of rural or country life : A rustic, often quaint or unsophisticated, expression or idiom. 2. A quality or style marked by rural simplicity or lack of polish : The use of language or behavior considered typical of the countryside. Usage The word "rusticism" is a formal or literary term used to describe a specific element of...