Outpost Definition & Meaning

outpost
noun
  1. a station in a remote or sparsely populated location
  2. a settlement on the frontier of civilization
  3. a military post stationed at a distance from the main body of troops

"Outpost" in song lyrics

See how outpost is used in real songs:

  • "Five zombie soldiers playin' cards at an outpost"
    Warcloud — In the Hall of the Warrior King
  • "actuarial outpost"
    AOL — AOL
  • "canoe outpost"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "outpost"

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