Meaning
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
Origin: Unknown
From back + block.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
backcountrywop-wopsboondockupcountryinteriorhinterland
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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