burghal Definition
- 1relating to a town or its people
- 2fortified
Using burghal: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "burghal" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The burghal walls were built in the 9th century.
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The burghal population has grown rapidly in recent years.
burghal Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with burghal
Example
The burghal hidage was compiled in the late 9th century.
a system of defense developed in Anglo-Saxon England in which fortified towns were built at strategic points
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The burghal system was established by Alfred the Great.
burghal duties
obligations imposed on townspeople in Anglo-Saxon England to maintain and repair fortifications
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The burghal duties were a burden on the townspeople.
Origins of burghal
from Old English 'burh' meaning 'fortress' or 'town'
Summary: burghal in Brief
'Burghal' [ˈbərɡəl] is an adjective that describes something related to a town or its people. It can also mean fortified, as in 'The burghal walls were built in the 9th century.' The term extends into phrases like 'burghal hidage,' which refers to a list of Anglo-Saxon towns and their assessed values for military purposes.
