guild

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  1. noun An association of persons of the same trade or pursuits, formed to protect mutual interests and maintain standards.
  2. noun A similar association, as of merchants or artisans, in medieval times.
  3. noun Ecology A group of diverse species, especially animal species, that occupy a common niche in a given community, characterized by exploitation of environmental resources in the same way.

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  • No wonder the guild was after this one In a public house that evening, the day's chill slowly ebbing from his feet, Paulus said a prayer for the boy's parents. —  FSFMagazine,June2007
  • The guild is the Globe's biggest union, representing more than 700 editorial, advertising and business office employees, the report said. —  Mish's Global Economic Trend Analysis
  • He says he's going to go do his dailies while he adds up the "pros and cons" of staying with the guild, and the GM solves his problem fast: —  WoW.com
  • Made in Sweden is a fairly old, all Swedish guild, that is now recruiting again. —  WoW.com
  • Speak to the Guild Merchant just outside Sigmar's Hammer or The Viper Pit once your guild is eligible, and he will grant you entry. —  WarCry Network : Latest News
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  1. Middle English gild, from Old Norse gildi, payment, guild.
 

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