noun
- A town or borough, especially in Scotland, that has a charter granting it certain rights and privileges.
Usage: chiefly Scottish; historical
Examples
- Edinburgh is one of Scotland's most important burghs.
- The burgh was granted a royal charter in the 15th century.
- Many Scottish burghs developed as trading centers along the coast.
- The burgh council governed local affairs within the town.
- Historic burghs in Scotland often retain their medieval street layouts.