Definition

A very small town or a community that is smaller than a typical town.

Example

The townlet was peaceful and quiet, surrounded by beautiful countryside.

Conversation

Have you ever visited that little townlet near the lake?

Yeah, I went there last summer!

What did you think of the townlet?

It was charming, really peaceful and quiet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Townlet** → It is formed from "town" (from Old English *tun*, meaning an enclosed area or settlement) and "-let" (a diminutive suffix meaning small). The word "townlet" refers to a small town or a smaller version of a town.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'town' as a settlement and '-let' as a way to say it's small. So, a townlet is a small settlement.

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