guild

//ɡɪld//
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Noun

guildSingular
guildsPlural
1

A medieval association of craftsmen or merchants, often having considerable power.

In medieval Europe, the guild of blacksmiths controlled the prices of iron goods.

2

An association of people for mutual aid or the pursuit of a common goal.

She joined a writers' guild to connect with other authors.

3

A group of players in an online game who regularly play together.

I joined a guild to find people to play with every weekend.