backcountry

noun

back·​coun·​try ˈbak-ˌkən-trē How to pronounce backcountry (audio)
often attributive
: a remote undeveloped rural area

Examples of backcountry in a Sentence

he took a month's supplies and headed out to the backcountry
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An avalanche watch is in effect for the backcountry areas in the Greater Lake Tahoe region due to the new snow and strong winds. Nadine El-Bawab, ABC News, 14 Dec. 2024 Beyond the resort, the surrounding Gunnison Valley offers a treasure trove of backcountry adventures to satiate all types of outdoor lovers. Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 10 Dec. 2024 Although the tour is only available to advance to expert skiers, no backcountry experience is required. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024 The rousing track was released alongside a music video directed by Wyatt Spain, which was shot in the Georgia backcountry. Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for backcountry 

Word History

First Known Use

1746, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of backcountry was in 1746

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“Backcountry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/backcountry. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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