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BURGOMASTER

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The title given in Germany to the chief executive officer of a borough, town, or city; corresponding to our "mayor." … [Read more...]

BURGBOTE

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In old English law. A term applied to a contribution towards the repair of castles or walls of defense, or of a borough. … [Read more...]

BURGENSES

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In old English law. Inhabitants of a burgus or borough; burgesses. Fleta, lib. 5, c. 6, … [Read more...]

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