Borough
/ΛbΚrΙ/noun
A town or district that is an administrative unit.
Did you know?The term 'borough' originates from a word meaning 'fortified place', reflecting ancient practices of protection and community structure.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*burgs
βA fortified place or dwelling.β
Old English
OE
burg
βA fortified town or stronghold.β
Old Norse
ON
borg
βA hill, fortification, or castle.β
Middle English
ME
borgh
βA town or community, often with specific rights or governance.β
Modern English
English
borough
βAn administrative division for towns or districts.β