Borough — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈbər-(ˌ)ō/ bor·ough

Meaning & Definition of Borough

Borough (noun)

  1. a medieval fortified group of houses forming a town with special duties and privileges
  2. a town or urban constituency in Great Britain that sends a member to Parliament
  3. an urban area in Great Britain incorporated for purposes of self-government

Borough (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in city, town

    similar: asphalt jungle, burg, city, cosmopolis, megacity, megalopolis, metropolis, municipality, town, core city, downtown, inner city, midtown, exurb, suburb, suburbia, central city, edge city, garden city, conurbation, urban sprawl

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Borough

The most common words with a similar meaning to Borough:

asphalt jungle, burg, city, cosmopolis, megacity, megalopolis, metropolis, municipality, town, core city, downtown, inner city, midtown, exurb, suburb, suburbia, central city, edge city, garden city, conurbation, urban sprawl

Origin & Etymology of Borough

Middle English burgh, from Old English burg fortified town; akin to Old High German burg fortified place, and probably to Old English beorg hill barrow

First known use: before 12th century

Words & Phrases Containing Borough

borough English, borough hall, county borough, metropolitan borough, municipal borough, pocket borough, rotten borough, interborough

Frequently Asked Questions about Borough

What does "Borough" mean?

"Borough" means a medieval fortified group of houses forming a town with special duties and privileges. As a noun, it is defined as: a medieval fortified group of houses forming a town with special duties and privileges.

What is another word for "Borough"?

Other words for "Borough" include asphalt jungle, burg, city, cosmopolis, megacity, megalopolis, metropolis and municipality. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Borough" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Borough"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Borough". Common alternatives include asphalt jungle, burg, city, cosmopolis, megacity, megalopolis, metropolis, municipality, town and core city.

Is "Borough" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Borough" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Borough"?

"Borough" is pronounced /ˈbər-(ˌ)ō/ and divided into syllables as bor·ough.

What is the origin of the word "Borough"?

"Borough" comes from Middle English burgh, from Old English burg fortified town; akin to Old High German burg fortified place, and probably to Old English beorg hill barrow. First known use: before 12th century.

What is another word for "Borough" meaning "as in city, town"?

When "Borough" (noun) means as in city, town, synonyms include asphalt jungle, burg, city, cosmopolis, megacity and megalopolis.