What does the phrase "king and country" mean?

Answer by  canadabee (932)

"King and country" refers to patriotism, or a love of one's country. The term comes from England, where the king represented the whole country. In our globalized world, these things may be becoming less valued by many people who move regularly between nations.

Answer by  Anonymous

the phrase for king and country means to claim land

Answer by  lcm (132)

Historically, the king was the highest person in the land and represented everything about the country. The very land you live on is of great significance to many people.