down under
The phrase "down under" is a colloquial term often used to refer to Australia and New Zealand due to their geographical location in the Southern Hemisphere.
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Definition
B2Geography
(colloquial)A term used to refer to Australia and New Zealand, emphasizing their position in the Southern Hemisphere.
Example
- Many tourists dream of visiting the beautiful landscapes down under.
- He decided to move down under for a new job opportunity.
C1Geography
(colloquial)Refers to the region including Australia, New Zealand, and sometimes surrounding Pacific islands.
Example
- The wildlife down under is unique and diverse.
- They planned a trip to explore the islands down under.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "down under":
down belowdown thereunder the coversgo underover and undercome from belowunder the table