provinces
/ˈpɹɒv.ɪns.ɪz/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
The part of a country outside of the capital, major cities, etc., and regarded as being rustic or parochial; a hinterland. See provincial.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “provinces” mean?
The part of a country outside of the capital, major cities, etc., and regarded as being rustic or parochial; a hinterland. See provincial.
Is “provinces” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.