Outback

usgb/ˈaʊtbæk/
noun

Remote and undeveloped areas, often wilderness or desert, in Australia.

She spent a summer working on a cattle station in the Australian outback.
Visual representation of "outback" - Remote and undeveloped areas, often wilderness or desert, in Australia.

Often appears as...

  • australian outback
  • outback town
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Australia-specific

Use 'outback' to describe regions unique to the Australian interior, not other countries.

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The Outback is quintessentially Australian.
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Rugged Terrain

Emphasizes tough landscape, so avoid using for gentle countryside.

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Driving in the outback requires a sturdy vehicle.
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Sparse Population

Refers to areas with few people, not bustling towns or cities.

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The outback has communities, but they're spread out.
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