this side of the black stump



this side of the black stump

Within the local community or a general area familiar to the speaker and/or audience, where "black stump" is used colloquially as an imaginary marker of the edge of civilization. Primarily heard in Australia. You won't find a better deal this side of the black stump. I've got the tastiest recipe for beef stew this side of the black stump.
See also: black, of, side, stump, this

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Alica-Slovak
Yevheniy-Ukrainian
TelTELEnglish (British)
Karen (2)-Armenian
Iker-Basque
DaithÍDAH-heeIrish