outback
What is another word for outback? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Australia's vast, sparsely populated interior, much of it arid desert far from major cities.
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How to use outback
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the Australian outback
outback towns
trek through the outback
Etymology
Formed simply from "out" plus "back," describing land far back from settled coastal areas.
Full origin of outback →Frequently asked questions
What does “outback” mean?
The word “outback” means australia's vast, sparsely populated interior, much of it arid desert far from major cities. In plain terms, australia's remote, rugged interior country.
How do you pronounce “outback”?
“Outback” is pronounced OWT-bak (/ˈaʊtbæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “outback” in a sentence?
Here is “outback” used in a sentence: “They drove for hours through the outback without seeing another car.”
What part of speech is “outback”?
“Outback” is a noun.
Is “outback” a common word?
“Outback” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
