See Also: rusticity(dictionary)

rusticity (iou)



rusticity noun. M16.
[French rusticite or Latin rusticitas, formed as RUSTIC: see -ICITY.]
Lack of refinement, sophistication, or education; ignorance; lack of verbal polish; social awkwardness. M16.
b. An instance of this; a rustic expression or mannerism. rare. E18.
The condition or character of or associated with living in the country; a state of rural quiet, simplicity, etc. M17.
N. Pinkney The town..had an air of rusticity and recluseness.
b. A rustic feature, characteristic, or thing. M17.