Meaning of the word burgher in English

What does burgher mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

burgher

US /ˈbɝː.ɡɚ/
UK /ˈbɜː.ɡər/

Noun

a citizen of a borough or town, especially one of the middle class

Example:
The wealthy burgher contributed generously to the town's new library.
In medieval times, burghers held significant power in local governance.