hinterland

UK
/ˈhɪntəlænd/
US
/ˈhɪntərˌlænd/

Translations

hinterlandnoun
hinterlands
pl
UK
/ˈhɪntəlænd/
US
/ˈhɪntərˌlænd/
The artist found inspiration in the quiet hinterland.
Художник нашел вдохновение в тихой глубинке.
внутренние районы
The hinterland of the country is rich in natural resources.
Внутренние районы страны богаты природными ресурсами.
Additional translations
Synonyms
hinterlandadjective
more hinterland
Comp.
most hinterland
Super.
UK
/ˈhɪn.tə.lænd/
US
/ˈhɪn.tɚ.lænd/
Used attributively to modify another noun, e.g. ‘hinterland communities’.

Definitions

hinterlandnoun
The remote or less developed parts of a country; backcountry.
The explorers ventured into the hinterland to discover new resources.
An area lying beyond what is visible or known.
The artist's work often explores the hinterland of human consciousness.
The area surrounding a port that is served by the port's facilities.
The port's hinterland is crucial for its economic success, as it provides the goods for export.
hinterlandadjective
Situated in or characteristic of the remote inland areas of a country; inland, provincial, or remote.
Many hinterland villages still lack reliable road access.