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backcountry

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate back·coun·try

n. the remote, wild areas of a country that are far from cities and roads. You usually find these in mountains or forests where people do not live in large numbers.

n. remote, undeveloped, and often mountainous regions of a country. Refers to areas that are not easily accessible by standard transportation routes and are typically characterized by wilderness.


SIMPLE

We spent the weekend hiking in the backcountry.

CONTEXTUAL

The hikers had to carry all their supplies because the backcountry lacks any permanent infrastructure or stores.

COMPLEX

While the national park offers scenic views from the main road, the true wilderness of the backcountry remains accessible only to those willing to navigate steep trails and unpredictable weather.

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