First Known Use: 12th century
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bourg
noun \ˈbu̇r(g)\
Definition of BOURG
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Origin of BOURG
Middle English, from Anglo-French burc, borghe, from Latin burgus fortified place, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German burg fortified place — more at borough
Related to BOURG
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- village, hamlet, townlet, vill, whistle-stop
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