Meaning of the word outpost in English

What does outpost mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

outpost

US /ˈaʊt.poʊst/
UK /ˈaʊt.pəʊst/

Noun

1.

a remote part of a country or empire

Example:
The small village was considered an outpost of the empire.
They established a new trading outpost in the wilderness.
2.

a military post or settlement at a distance from the main body of troops

Example:
The soldiers were stationed at a remote military outpost.
The enemy attacked the border outpost at dawn.