back country
Americannoun
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a sparsely populated rural region remote from a settled area.
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Australian. a remote, undeveloped part of a large farm or cattle station.
noun
Other Word Forms
- back-country adjective
Etymology
Origin of back country
First recorded in 1740–50
Example Sentences
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They include areas popular with hillwalkers, climbers and back country skiers.
From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026
Both men were experienced at skiing in the back country, away from official trails, the Sheriff’s Office said, and they were properly equipped; Mr. Burks’s airbag deployed.
From New York Times • Mar. 12, 2024
Wallace’s book is illustrated with William’s extraordinary cartoons — detailed maps of rivers and back country, white-water guidance, character satires, first-aid instructions including “Swimming Self-rescue.”
From Washington Post • Apr. 13, 2023
Nine other students, three instructors and two search and rescue members stayed the night in the back country after the lightning strike, school officials said.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 4, 2022
And who will they find to take food from out in the back country?
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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