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outback¹ Definition

out·back (o̵utbak′)

noun

any remote, sparsely settled region thought of as uncivilized

Etymology: after outback

adjective

of such a region

outback² Definition

out·back (o̵utbak′)

the sparsely settled, flat, arid inland region of Australia: usually with the

outback Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • explore: This can be one of the best ways to explore the Australian outback.
  • experience: If you want to experience the legendary Outback, you can do that here.
  • see: Now go and do it: A memorable way to see the Australian Outback is to take a sunrise balloon flight.

Adjective modifier

  • Australian: Six months in the Australian outback - a dream come true for animal lover Mandy Hope!
  • remote: Written and directed by Australian Greg McLean, Wolf Creek chronicles the fortunes of three backpackers as they travel in the remote Outback.
  • vast: Beyond the beach, Queensland also has vast outback.
  • real: There is a choice of 22 starting points across Australia and volunteers will get to experience wildlife in the real outback.
  • arid: Exceptions are the far north and the arid western Outback.
  • rugged: The Opera House and the world class wineries bring an air of sophistication contrasting with the rugged outback and wildlife.

Modifies a noun

  • adventure: From Locke's quest for an outback adventure to Kate's bank robbery, every single shot has been recorded on the Hawaiian island.
  • town: There generally isn't a lot to do in the outback towns during your free time.
  • experience: To complete the true outback experience, we'll spend the night on a working cattle station.
  • region: The Code is not enforced, nor enforceable in remote outback regions.
  • pub: You could be working in a genuine outback pub, nannying, working in the wineries or roughing it on an outback farm.
  • station: This afternoon travel to the outback station of El Questro.

Noun used with modifier

Aussie: If you think you can cope with sheer hardwork and the isolation of the Aussie outback then click here.