Boondocks
noun
A remote, rural area, often considered isolated and lacking urban development.
We spent the weekend in the boondocks, far away from the city lights.
Usage tips
Informal
in the boondocks,boondocks camping,out in the boondocks
noun
A remote, rural area, often considered isolated and lacking urban development.
We spent the weekend in the boondocks, far away from the city lights.
Usage tips
Informal
in the boondocks,boondocks camping,out in the boondocks
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Using 'boondocks' can evoke the image of unimaginable distances.
'The treasure was hidden way out in the boondocks.'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In some cultures, 'boondocks' may imply simplicity in lifestyle.
'They wanted to escape to the boondocks for peace.'
Pro Tip 3/3Casual
Commonly used in informal speech to describe remote areas.
'You won't find decent coffee out here in the boondocks.'
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Using 'boondocks' can evoke the image of unimaginable distances.
'The treasure was hidden way out in the boondocks.'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In some cultures, 'boondocks' may imply simplicity in lifestyle.
'They wanted to escape to the boondocks for peace.'
Pro Tip 3/3Casual
Commonly used in informal speech to describe remote areas.
'You won't find decent coffee out here in the boondocks.'
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Using 'boondocks' can evoke the image of unimaginable distances.
'The treasure was hidden way out in the boondocks.'
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Reference
In some cultures, 'boondocks' may imply simplicity in lifestyle.
'They wanted to escape to the boondocks for peace.'
Pro Tip 3/3Casual
Commonly used in informal speech to describe remote areas.
'You won't find decent coffee out here in the boondocks.'
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