outpost

[out-pohst]

outpost Definition

  • 1a military post stationed at a distance from the main body of troops
  • 2a small settlement or station situated at a distance from a main settlement or city
  • 3a remote or outlying part of a country or empire

Using outpost: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "outpost" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The army established an outpost in the mountains.

  • Example

    The trading outpost was located in a remote area.

  • Example

    The frontier outpost was attacked by bandits.

outpost Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with outpost

  • a research facility established in a remote location for scientific purposes

    Example

    The team of scientists set up a scientific outpost in the Arctic to study climate change.

  • a small settlement or community that is considered to be a symbol of civilization in a remote or uncivilized area

    Example

    The mission was seen as an outpost of civilization in the wilderness.

  • a country or region that is ruled by a tyrannical government or regime

    Example

    The United States declared North Korea as an outpost of tyranny.

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Summary: outpost in Brief

An 'outpost' [out-pohst] refers to a military post or small settlement located at a distance from the main body of troops or a main settlement. It can also refer to a remote or outlying part of a country or empire. Examples include 'The army established an outpost in the mountains' and 'The trading outpost was located in a remote area.' Phrases include 'scientific outpost,' 'outpost of civilization,' and 'outpost of tyranny.'