1. A remote or sparsely settled area, especially in Australia or New Zealand; the interior or outback.
Usage: chiefly Australian and New Zealand English; often used in the plural form 'backblocks'

Examples

• Farmers in the backblocks struggle with isolation and limited access to services.
• The backblock regions of Australia are known for their vast, open landscapes.
• She grew up in the backblocks and rarely visited the city.
• Life in the backblocks requires self-reliance and resourcefulness.
• The backblock communities have their own unique culture and traditions.