backblock
Backblock (noun) means a remote tract of land in the interior; hence (in plural) sparsely populated country far from major cities and lacking conveniences common in urban areas.
Etymology
From back + block.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of backblock?
"backblock" (noun) means a remote tract of land in the interior; hence (in plural) sparsely populated country far from major cities and lacking conveniences common in urban areas.
What are the different meanings of backblock?
"backblock" has 3 main meanings: 1. A remote tract of land in the interior; hence (in plural) sparsely populated country far from major cities and lacking conveniences common in urban areas; 2. The most distally outlying suburb among a set of suburbs; 3. Land behind which fronts on water; land without a permanent watercourse.