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outstation

/ˈaʊtˌsteɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does outstation mean?

noun

A place, especially a town or village, that is some distance from the main town or city of a district, and is often used as a centre for administrative or other purposes.

Example

"The outstation was a small but thriving community, with its own shops and services."

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