
Hamlet
Size Implication
The word 'hamlet' implies a smaller size compared to a village.
Only ten families live in the secluded hamlet.
No Church Presence
'Hamlet' often indicates there's no church, distinguishing it from larger villages.
The hamlet lacked a church, but a chapel was a short walk away.
Rural Setting
Hamlets are typically found in rural areas, surrounded by natural scenery.
She enjoyed the peace of a hamlet surrounded by fields.
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BoroughColonyCommunityOutpostSettlementVillage
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