ˈɡaɪldər

Definitions

1. noun

A former unit of currency in the Netherlands, divided into 24 stuivers.

“During the 17th century, the guilder was widely used as a trade currency.”

2. noun

A gold coin of the Netherlands.

“The guilder was a highly valued gold coin in the Dutch Empire.”

3. noun

A person who buys and sells goods for a living.

“The merchant was known as a guilder in the local community.”