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29 / 04 / 2013

BOONDOCKS: meaning and examples

Good morning!

I hope you had a great weekend!

Today's word is: boondocks (This word is more commonly used in American English)

It means: to be far away from a populated place, with very few people or houses, usually in an isolated or rustic area. It has a disapproving tone.

Example 1:
He lives in the boondocks, at least 30 km away from the nearest house.

Example 2:
Marvin: Are you going to Lisa's party?
Kevin: No way! She lives way out in the boondocks. How would I get home? I don't drive!

A synonym of boondocks is in the sticks (used in both US and UK English).

Example 3:
She lives out in the sticks, so she gets very few visitors.

Enjoy your day!

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