outback

[ noun out-bak; adjective adverb out-bak ]

noun

1. (sometimes initial capital letter) Usually the outback. the back country or remote settlements; the bush.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or located in the back country:

   outback settlements.

adverb

1. in or to the back country:

   They moved outback many years ago.

outback

/ ˈaʊtˌbæk /

noun

1. 1. the remote bush country of Australia
   2. ( as modifier )

      outback life

Word History and Origins

Origin of outback¹

First recorded in 1875–80; out + back ²

Example Sentences

He later went on to create and perfect recipes for Outback Steakhouse, Krystal, Burger King, Nestle, and Popeyes, just to name a few; and seriously, this only scratches the surface of his achievements.

From Salon

What makes it great: Even after I saw Red Rock Canyon, I didn’t fully understand how easily outback Nevada can pass for outback Utah.

From Los Angeles Times

What makes it great: Even after I saw Red Rock Canyon, I didn’t fully understand how easily outback Nevada can pass for outback Utah.

From Los Angeles Times

A used Subaru Outback could be a good choice for a young driver who enjoys a lot of outdoor activities.

From Seattle Times

In each of those model years, the Outback earned the highest Top Safety Pick rating from the IIHS.

From Seattle Times

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