English dictionary
guild
/g/I/ld/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a formal association of people with similar interests
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An association of men belonging to the same class, or engaged in kindred pursuits, formed for mutual aid and protection; a business fraternity or corporation; as, the Stationers' <i>Guild</i>; the Ironmongers' <i>Guild</i>. They were originally licensed by the government, and endowed with special privileges and authority.
Source: webster1913