bourgade

/bʊrˈɡɑːd/ or /bʊrˈɡɑːd/ (byoor-GAHD)

Definitions

1. noun

A medieval fortified town or a walled town, especially one in southern France.

“The bourgade was an important stronghold in the medieval region.”

Synonyms

  • fortress
  • stronghold

Antonyms

  • unfortified town
  • village