off-the-beaten-path
|off-the-beat-en-path|
B2
🇺🇸
/ɔf ðə ˈbitn pæθ/
🇬🇧
/ɒf ðə ˈbiːtn pɑːθ/
unconventional location
Etymology
Etymology Information
'off-the-beaten-path' originates from the phrase 'beaten path,' where 'beaten' refers to a path that is frequently used or traveled.
Historical Evolution
The phrase 'off-the-beaten-path' evolved from the idea of stepping away from well-trodden paths to explore less known areas.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to physically less traveled paths, but now it also metaphorically refers to unconventional or unique choices.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a place that is not commonly visited or known, away from popular or mainstream areas.
We decided to explore an off-the-beaten-path village during our trip.
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Last updated: 2025/05/09 17:03