Definition of "village" in English

noun

1. A rural habitation of size between a hamlet and a town.

   • There are 2 churches and 3 shops in our village.

2. (British) A rural habitation that has a church, but no market.

3. (Australia) A planned community such as a retirement community or shopping district.

4. (Philippines) An exclusive gated community; a subdivision.

   • There are six blocks in our village, each having ten lots.