countrymen
n. plural-only B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈkəntɹimɪn// UK //kˈʌntɹɪmˌɛn// coun·try·men
n. people who come from the same country as you. It is often used when talking about a shared national identity or during a speech.
n. people from one's own nation or land. Often used in political or patriotic contexts to address a collective national audience.
He called on his countrymen to vote in the election.
The athlete felt a great sense of pride representing her countrymen on the global stage during the opening ceremony.
In his final address, the leader urged his countrymen to set aside their regional differences and work toward a unified national future.
Usage
Plural form of 'countryman'; while traditionally masculine, it is frequently used to refer to all citizens regardless of gender in formal oratory.