noun
guild
gihld
noun
1
An association of people in the same trade or craft, historically formed to protect their shared interests.
"Medieval stonemasons belonged to a guild that set standards for their work."
"The Writers Guild negotiates contracts on behalf of its members."
2
A group of players who team up together regularly in an online multiplayer game.
"Our guild raids the dungeon together every weekend."
How to Use Guild
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA group of people in the same trade, or in gaming, a team that plays together.
Common pairings
trade guild
join a guild
guild member
guild hall
Word Forms
guilds plural, Guilds plural
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Etymology
From Middle English gilde, from Old Norse gildi ("payment, guild"), related to "yield."