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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hamlet

/hæmˈlɛt/ noun · British & US
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What does hamlet mean?

noun

A small village or rural district, especially one in Denmark, where Shakespeare's play is set. A hamlet is often a small, quiet place.

Example

"The hamlet was surrounded by rolling hills and a babbling brook."

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