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outback

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈaʊtˌbæk// UK //ˈaʊtbæk// out·back

n. the large, dry, and empty land in Australia that is far away from cities. It is famous for its red dirt and wild animals.

n. the vast, remote, and sparsely populated interior regions of Australia. Usually used with the definite article.


SIMPLE

They spent three weeks driving through the outback.

CONTEXTUAL

Living in the outback requires careful planning because the nearest town might be hundreds of kilometers away.

COMPLEX

The documentary explores how indigenous communities have thrived in the harsh conditions of the outback for millennia, maintaining a deep spiritual connection to the arid landscape.

Synonyms
Origin

From out + back.

Usage

Typically preceded by the definite article 'the'.

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