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hut

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈhət// UK //hˈʌt// hut Archaic

n. a small, simple building with only one or two rooms. It is usually made of wood, mud, or stone and is often found in the countryside.

n. a small, rudimentary dwelling or shelter, typically constructed from locally sourced materials such as timber, thatch, or stone. Often implies a lack of modern amenities and a temporary or rural purpose.


SIMPLE

The hikers stayed in a small wooden hut during the storm.

CONTEXTUAL

The shepherd built a stone hut on the hillside to provide shelter during the long summer grazing season.

COMPLEX

Archaeological evidence suggests the settlement consisted of several circular huts arranged around a central communal hearth, reflecting a highly organized social structure.

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