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guild

 
pronunciation:
gIld
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: an organization of people having a common pursuit or hobby.
synonyms:
association, fraternity, order, society
similar words:
alliance, brotherhood, company, corporation, craft, organization, sisterhood, sorority, union
definition 2: in medieval times, an association of craftsmen or merchants in a single trade, formed to protect common interests such as price levels and quality standards.
similar words:
craft, society
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