Village (noun)

1. A small group of houses in a rural area, usually larger than a hamlet and smaller than a town.
2. A small settlement in the countryside.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french village, from latin villaticum "farmstead, villa", from villa "country house".

Examples:

1. The village was surrounded by fields of crops.
2. She was born in a small village in the mountains.
3. The village was known for its quaint shops and narrow streets.
4. The villagers were friendly and always ready to help.
5. There was a monthly meeting at the village hall to discuss local issues.