county borough en · NOUN
Etymology
From county + borough. They were introduced by the Local Government Act of 1888, originally requiring 50,000 inhabitants.
Meanings
- A borough (or town), in England, Wales or Northern Ireland, whose government is independent of its local county council.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| county boroughs | Number=Plur | lexicographic |