Meaning of the word hamlet in English
What does hamlet mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
hamlet
US /ˈhæm.lət/
UK /ˈhæm.lət/
Noun
a small settlement, generally one smaller than a village, and typically without its own church or other public buildings
Example:
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The tiny hamlet nestled in the valley was home to only a few families.
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We drove through several picturesque hamlets on our way to the coast.