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wop-wops
What does wop-wops mean?
A remote, isolated location far from anywhere; the back of beyond. Also spelled 'wops'.
"His new place is out in the wop-wops, hours from the nearest town."
Origin
New Zealand colloquialism for a remote area, akin to 'the boonies' or 'the sticks'.
Frequently asked questions
What does wop-wops mean?
It means the middle of nowhere — a remote, isolated place far from anywhere.
Where does the phrase wop-wops come from?
It's a New Zealand colloquialism for a remote area, similar to 'the boonies' or 'the sticks'.
Is wop-wops the same as the outback?
It's a similar idea of remoteness, but 'wop-wops' is the Kiwi term for anywhere far off the beaten track, not specifically arid terrain.
How do you use wop-wops in a sentence?
Say something like 'His new place is out in the wop-wops, hours from the nearest town.'
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