burgage

[US]/ˈbɜːrɪdʒ/
[UK]/ˈbərɪdʒ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A tenure of land in medieval England, granting the holder certain rights and privileges.; Land ownership or usage rights, especially in historical contexts.
Word Forms
Pluralburgages

Phrases & Collocations

burgage plot

burgage land

burgage tenure

burgage houses

burgage fee

burgage rights

burgage system

burgage estate

burgage owner

burgage area

Example Sentences

the burgage was inherited by his son after his death.

many towns had burgage plots for local artisans.

she purchased a burgage to start her business.

the burgage system helped regulate property ownership.

he was proud of his burgage, passed down through generations.

in medieval times, burgage was a common form of tenure.

they decided to sell their burgage to invest in a new venture.

ownership of a burgage often came with specific rights and duties.

the council regulated the use of burgage in the area.

her family had lived on the same burgage for over a century.

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