First Known Use: 1753
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burg
noun \ˈbərg\
Definition of BURG
1
: an ancient or medieval fortress or walled town
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Origin of BURG
Old English — more at borough
Related to BURG
- Synonyms
- asphalt jungle, city, cosmopolis, megacity, megalopolis, metropolis, municipality, town
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