A remote settlement, or a settlement that is far away from civilization, can be referred to by several other terms. One such term is "outpost", which suggests a place that is on the edges of a developed area. "Frontier" is another term that implies a place where the boundaries of civilization have not yet been fully established. A "hamlet" is a small settlement that is usually remote and consists of a few houses. "Backwoods" is a colloquial term for a remote settlement that suggests a place that is isolated and difficult to get to. Finally, a "village" may also describe a remote settlement, although it can also refer to a larger settlement with more infrastructure and amenities.