Bouge
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /buːd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bouge is a noun meaning (now historical) The right to rations at court, granted to the king's household, attendants etc.
Meaning
(now historical) The right to rations at court, granted to the king's household, attendants etc.
More Meanings
- To swell out.
- To bilge.
Example Sentences
Their shippe bouged.
They […] made room for a bombardman that brought bouge for a country lady.
Officials carrying lists of servants receiving ‘bouge of court’ – wages and board – carried out identity checks […]
Word Forms
- bouges
- bouging
- bouged
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include burgage, boon, bote, hospitation, landgable, prisage.
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