Burg
/bΙΛrg/noun
A fortified town or settlement.
Did you know?The term 'burg' is linked to ancient fortresses, often built to protect against invasions, giving it a hidden history of conflict and survival.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*burgz
βa fortified place or stronghold.β
Old High German
OHG
burg
βa castle, fort, or city.β
Middle English
ME
burh
βa fortified town or settlement.β
Late Middle English
Late ME
burg
βa town or city, often with defensive walls.β
Modern English
English
burg
βa suffix used to denote towns, especially in names.β