1. plural of village; small communities or settlements, typically in rural areas, that are smaller than towns

Examples

• The mountain region contains several small villages connected by winding roads.
• Many villages in the countryside rely on farming for their economy.
• The tourist visited historic villages throughout the valley.
• Remote villages often lack access to modern conveniences.
• The earthquake damaged homes in three nearby villages.
• Traditional fishing villages dot the coastline.
• Development threatens to change the character of rural villages.