Fatherland

/ˈfɑːðərlænd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person's native land or homeland, especially in a patriotic context.

He fought bravely to defend his fatherland during the war.

The country of one's birth or ancestry.

After many years abroad, she returned to her fatherland with a deep sense of nostalgia.

The nation with which one identifies, often implying a strong emotional or cultural connection.

He spoke fervently about the contributions of his fatherland to world history.

From the Old English 'fæðerland', meaning land of the father.

land of my fathers

A sentimental term referring to one's ancestral homeland.

defend the fatherland

To protect one's country, often in times of war or crisis.

fatherland security

Refers to protection measures in a national context.

patriotism

The feeling of love and devotion to one's country.

nationalism

An ideology that promotes the interests of a specific nation.

Motherland vibe

When I went back, I felt the motherland vibe hit me hard.

Home turf

When we play away, it's like stepping into enemy territory, but back in the fatherland, it's home turf.