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settlement

/sɛtəlmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does settlement mean?

noun

A place where people live, especially a small town or village. A decision or agreement reached after discussion or negotiation.

Example

"The settlement of the dispute was reached after several hours of negotiation."

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