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yokel

/ˈjoʊkəl/ noun · British & US
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What does yokel mean?

noun

A person from a rural area, often considered unsophisticated or naive; a rustic or country bumpkin.

Example

"The yokel from the countryside was amazed by the city's skyscrapers."

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