Village
/ˈvɪlɪdʒ/
Definitions
A community of people smaller than a town, typically located in a rural area.
/ˈvɪlɪdʒ/
A small community in a rural area.
The village was quiet and peaceful, far from the hustle and bustle of the city.
💡 Simply: Imagine a cozy little town with a few shops and lots of friendly faces, usually out in the countryside, far from the busy city. That's a village!
👶 For kids: A village is a group of houses and people that lives in the country, not in a big city.
More Examples
They decided to move to a village to raise their children in a more natural environment.
The villagers worked together to organize a community festival.
How It's Used
"The village's social fabric was tightly woven, with strong community bonds."
"The map showed the village nestled between two hills."
Synonyms & Antonyms
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From Old French *vilage*, derived from Latin *villa* ('country house, estate'). It evolved to describe a small settlement or community.
In older texts, 'village' often referred to the residents of the area as well as the place itself, implying a strong sense of community.
Memory tip
Think of a small group of houses and people close to nature.
Word Origin
"country house, estate"