In this context, "settle" means establishing permanent residence in a particular place. It involves creating a home, building infrastructure, and becoming part of a community.
Related terms
Migration: The movement of people from one place to another with the intention of settling permanently or temporarily.
Frontier Life: The lifestyle and challenges faced by settlers who moved into undeveloped areas on the frontier.
Urbanization: The process of population concentration in urban areas due to migration from rural areas, often driven by economic opportunities.