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:
The tiny hamlet nestled in the valley was home to only a few families.
We drove through several picturesque hamlets on our way to the coast.