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Meaning of outpost
A remote or detached settlement or station, especially one that is part of a larger network or system.
Etymology of outpost
The word "outpost" has its roots in the 17th century, derived from the words "out" and "post", with "post" referring to a military station or a point of observation
Historically, outposts were used for military and strategic purposes, such as surveillance, communication, and defense
Over time, the term has expanded to include other types of remote or detached settlements, such as scientific research stations or rural communities
Synonyms
station
settlement
base
camp
post
garrison
fort
fortress
stronghold
outpost
colony
community
village
town
hub
center
headquarters
depot
terminal
station house
watchtower
bastion
bulwark
rampart
redoubt
encampment
bivouac
cantonment
barracks
encamp
quarters
settlement
village
hamlet
homestead
cabin
lodge
station
terminal
depot
hub
center
headquarters
base
camp
post
garrison
fort
fortress
stronghold
colony
community
Definitions
- A small military base or settlement in a remote or strategic location
- A place or situation that is remote or detached from the main area of activity
- A small settlement or station that is part of a larger network or system
Usage Examples
- The army established an outpost in the desert to monitor enemy movements
- The research team set up an outpost in the Arctic to study the effects of climate change
- The company has an outpost in several countries to serve its international clients
Antonyms
central location
hub
center
metropolis
city
town
urban area
metropolitan area
downtown
inner city
core
heart
nucleus
main base
headquarters
central station
main office
capital
central hub
core area
focal point
inner circle
mainstream
central position