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the bush

Regional

Meaning
Alaska: remote roadless country and the villages in it.
Type
Regionalism
Used in
Alaska

What does “the bush” mean

The vast portion of Alaska off the road system, including more than 200 Alaska Native villages reachable only by plane, boat, or snowmachine. To 'fly into the bush' is everyday travel for many Alaskans.

Where it's used

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