Definition of «hamlet»

A hamlet is a small, rural community or village. It typically consists of a cluster of houses and other buildings, often with a central green or common area where people can gather. Hamlets are generally smaller than towns and have fewer services and amenities.

Usage examples

  1. The small village of Hamlet was nestled amidst rolling green hills.
  2. The famous play by William Shakespeare, "Hamlet," is a tragedy about a prince seeking revenge for his father's death.
  3. My parents decided to name our new pet piglet Hamlet because of his regal and sophisticated demeanor.
  4. The historical site we visited last summer was the ruins of an ancient hamlet, offering a glimpse into the lives of the people who lived there centuries ago.
  5. We enjoyed a delightful picnic in the peaceful hamlet, surrounded by picturesque cottages and blooming flower gardens.
  6. The local theater group is putting on a production of "Hamlet" this weekend, and I'm excited to see it.
  7. We rented a charming cottage in the hamlet of Hamletshire for our weekend getaway, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
  8. The novella "Hamlet's Ghost" tells the story of a restless spirit haunting the old hamlet where he once lived.
  9. During our road trip, we stumbled upon a hidden hamlet with a quaint café that served the most delicious homemade pies.
  10. The novel I'm reading is set in a small coastal hamlet, where the main character unravels a dark secret that has plagued the town for years.

Sentences with «hamlet»

  • Fabulous detached beachfront cottage in hamlet of Southerness on Scotland's beautiful Solway Coast.Fully refurbished throughout and providing spacious, contemporary accommodation,... (lovetoescape.com)
  • Pretty much all the left press other than Solidarity [Workers Liberty's paper] has denounced the election court decision against Lutfur Rahman, mayor of Tower Hamlets in East London, and most of the left has backed Rabina Khan, Rahman's ally, for the new mayoral election on 11 June. (leftfutures.org)
  • Feore was also recently on stage as Claudius in HAMLET in New York and returned to Stratford for its 50th Anniversary season playing Professor Higgins in MY FAIR LADY. (sho.com)
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