De burgerij
Example: De burgerij speelde een belangrijke rol in de industriële revolutie.
Definition
"De burgerij" refers to the class of town dwellers or citizens in a society, especially those who are members of the middle class and often involved in commerce, industry, or professions. It played a significant role in shaping social and economic developments, such as the industrial revolution.
Etymology
The term "de burgerij" originates from the Dutch word 'burger,' meaning citizen or town dweller, combined with the suffix '-ij,' denoting a collective group. Did you know? The word 'burger' is related to the English word 'burgher,' both tracing back to medieval communities where citizenship granted particular rights and responsibilities.
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"De burgerij" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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