country rock

noun

1

: rock music containing elements of country music

2

geology : the rock in which a mineral deposit or intrusion is enclosed

Near the edge of an intrusion, where magma has already been cooled against the surrounding country rock, this happens fairly slowly.

—Robert Wichman

called also country

Examples of country rock in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With her distinctive vocal style, talent for songwriting, and extensive catalogue blending country, country rock, pop, and Americana, the four-time GRAMMY winner has cemented her own place in music history. —Pam Windsor, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024

Live music will be provided by country rock band Strawdawg, ’80s cover act Fast Times, The Boy Band Night and disco-centric Libido Funk Circus. —Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 22 Nov. 2024

There are also special events to look out for, including Trivia Night and a Live Music Series at The Lot including country rock, jazz, classic rock and blues. —Jessica Peralta, Orange County Register, 20 Sep. 2024

The seminal country rock band was formed in Los Angeles in 1971. —Kristina Wood, USA TODAY, 18 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined at sense 1