backland [noun]

Definition of backland:

Land that lies behind or beyond some primary settlement or development.

Synonyms of backland:

● Inland

● Hinterland

● Backwoods

● Country

● Boondocks

● Bush

● Backcountry

● Outback


Opposite/Antonyms of backland:

● Border

● City

● Conurbation

● Farmland

● Metropolis


Sentence/Example of backland:

The developers envisage this site being developed for mixed use, while new buildings to be constructed on disused backland.