Definition

A person who lives in a small community or village, often engaged in local activities and traditions.

Example

The villager welcomed the tourists with a warm smile.

Conversation

I met a really interesting villager during my trip last week.

Oh really? What did they tell you?

They shared some fascinating stories about life in their village.

That sounds amazing! I'd love to hear more about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Villager → It is formed from "village" (from Old French *village*, meaning a small community or settlement) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A villager is a person who lives in a village.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who belongs to a 'village' — the '-er' just means a person. A villager is someone who lives in a small community.

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