hinterland
|hin-ter-land|
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/ˈhɪntərlænd/
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/ˈhɪntəlænd/
remote interior
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hinterland' originates from German, specifically the word 'Hinterland', where 'hinter' meant 'behind' and 'land' meant 'land'.
Historical Evolution
'Hinterland' was borrowed directly from the German word 'Hinterland' and has retained its original form in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'land behind a coast or the interior of a country', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the remote or less developed areas of a country, typically away from the coast or major cities.
The explorers ventured into the hinterland to discover new resources.
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Last updated: 2025/01/14 17:38