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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

backcountry

/ˈbækˌkaʊntri/ noun · British & US
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What does backcountry mean?

noun

Rural or wilderness areas, especially in mountainous regions, that are remote from populated areas and often accessible only by foot or by off-road vehicles.

Example

"The hikers spent several days trekking through the rugged backcountry of the Rocky Mountains."

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