back country
noun
a sparsely populated rural region remote from a settled area.
Australian.
a remote, undeveloped part of a large farm or cattle station.
Origin of back country
First recorded in 1740–50
OTHER WORDS FROM back country
back-coun·try, adjectiveWords nearby back country
Example sentences from the Web for backcountry
The NPHA, citing safety concerns, has also suggested setting up a basic, emergency-call-only cell system in the backcountry.
The helmet was damaged in the fall, which apparently happened when he slipped on a backcountry run.
Formula 1 Champion Michael Schumacher In Coma After Ski Accident |Barbie Latza Nadeau |December 30, 2013 |DAILY BEASTBefore taking Anderson to the backcountry of Idaho, DiMaggio is believed to have killed her brother and mother.
However, many a backcountry road of the Eastern States is just as uncomfortable for motor travelers.
Across the Continent by the Lincoln Highway |Effie Price Gladding
British Dictionary definitions for backcountry
back country
noun
Australian and NZ
land remote from a town or settled area