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pastoral

/ˈpæstɔːrəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does pastoral mean?

adjective

Relating to shepherds or sheep; relating to the countryside or rural life; having a peaceful and idyllic quality.

Example

"The pastoral scene was a serene and peaceful depiction of rural life."

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