country gentleman

a wealthy man living in his country home or estate.

Origin of country gentleman

First recorded in 1625–35

How in the world could the owner of such a place as Jodhpur Palace be in any way like an English country-gentleman?

From Sea to Sea |Rudyard Kipling
I was just wishing for you, madam; your niece and I have been so laughing at the blunt humour of your country-gentleman.

Dryden's Works Vol. 3 (of 18) |John Dryden
Her husband was a large landed proprietor, and in public spirit was inferior to no country-gentleman of the kingdom.

Atlantic Monthly, Volume 6, No. 38, December, 1860 |Various
He bore his spouse and his country-gentleman life patiently enough in general; but every now and then he fell into exasperation.

The History of David Grieve |Mrs. Humphry Ward

Consequently the country-gentleman, though less intelligent, is more likely to favour a national and liberal policy.

The English Utilitarians, Volume I. |Leslie Stephen

country gentleman

a rich man with an estate in the country