peasant
pea
ˈpɛ
pe
sant
zənt
zēnt
/pˈɛzənt/

Definition & Meaning of "peasant"in English

Peasant
01

a farmer who owns or rents a small piece of land, particularly in the past or in poorer countries

Examples
The peasant worked tirelessly in the fields, cultivating crops to feed his family and sell at the market.
02

a person living in a rural area

Examples
The peasants of the countryside enjoyed a simple life.
03

a person who is impolite and lacks sophistication or proper manners

Examples
Despite his wealth, his crude behavior made some view him as a peasant.
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