back street

• 远离主要道路的街道，常位于城市中较不繁忙或较不显眼的区域。也可指发生不太体面或秘密活动的地方。

A street that is away from the main roads, often in a less busy or less prominent part of a town or city. It can also refer to an area where less reputable or secretive activities take place.

1. Minor or hidden streetB1formal

   A street that is not a main road, often located in a less prominent or quieter part of a town or city.

   后街

   • We took a shortcut through a back street to avoid traffic.
   • The shop is located on a narrow back street.
   • Back streets are often quieter than main avenues.

2. Secret or illegal activityB2informal

   Used to describe something done secretly, often illegally or unethically.

   暗箱操作

   • They conducted back street deals to avoid taxes.
   • The back street trade in counterfeit goods is booming.
   • He got involved in back street gambling.