Meaning
A group or association mainly of tradespeople made up of merchants, craftspeople, or artisans, particularly in the Middle Ages, established to oversee and protect their specific commercial interests and to provide mutual aid.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English gilde, from Old Norse gildi (“payment, guild”). Related to geld, yield, yauld.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles: