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Isolated Homestead

/ˈaɪ.sə.leɪ.tɪd ˈhoʊm.stɛd/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A dwelling that is situated far away from other homes or settlements, often in a rural or wilderness area.

    "After years of city living, they decided to move to an isolated homestead in the mountains."
  2. 2

    A self-sufficient farm or residence that is remote from urban areas.

    "The isolated homestead provided them with the peace and quiet they had always longed for."

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The term 'isolated' originates from the Latin 'insulatus', meaning 'made into an island', while 'homestead' comes from the Old English 'hamstede', meaning 'home place'. The combination reflects a dwelling that is remote from others, emphasizing solitude and self-sufficiency.

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