settlement
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A place where people establish a community, or an agreement that ends a dispute.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The early _____ grew into a large town over time."
Answer: settlement
In your own words, what does "settlement" mean?
A place where people establish a community, or an agreement that ends a dispute.
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