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
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
But in the back country, you’re completely on your own.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 18, 2026
Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, Big Thicket offers nearly 40 miles of hiking trails and six waterway corridors, as well as opportunities for back country camping, paddling, fishing, bird watching and much more.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 3, 2024
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
The annals of Appalachian Trail hikes are full of tales of hikers being mugged by bears in the back country of the Smokies.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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