bushland

noun

bush·​land ˈbu̇sh-ˌland How to pronounce bushland (audio)

Examples of bushland in a Sentence

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Wildly beautiful, Sydney Harbour National Park protects the islands and foreshore around the famous harbour, including some of the most breathtaking beaches, bushland, and coastal trails in the world. Sophie Davies, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026 Whyte added that while snake populations have not necessarily increased, sightings are becoming more common as housing developments expand into Australian bushland. Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 18 Jan. 2026 The luxurorious lodge is nestled in the Australian Zoo, where visitors can overlook the bushland and native wildlife. Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 18 Dec. 2025 Officials believe Milne turned off the highway at some point and became lost in the bushland, Rothwell said. Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bushland

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bushland was in 1799

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“Bushland.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bushland. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

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