Britain UK
ˈbrɪtən
Definition

Definition of Britain - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
countryUKthe United Kingdom as a wholeUK
  • Britain voted to leave the EU.
UK United Kingdom
2.
geographyUKthe island including England, Scotland, and WalesUK
  • Britain is known for its rich history.
Great Britain UK
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Expressions with Britain

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island in Papua New Guinea, largest in Bismarck Archipelago
New Britain is known for its active volcanoes.
the island including England, Scotland, and Wales
Great Britain is the largest island in Europe.
1940 military conflict between the UK and Nazi Germany
The Battle of Britain was a crucial victory for the UK during World War II..

Origin of Britain

Latin, Britannia (land of the Britons)

Terms with Britain included in their meaning

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world map
West African country, once ruled by Britain, now independent republic
map region
Atlantic sea between Great Britain and Europe, noted for oil reserves
British politics
connected with Britain's main centre-right political party
nobility
male member of the nobility in Britain
automobile
luxury car brand from Britain
trip kit
small pouch for carrying grooming items away from home, especially in Britain
utilities
charges for water use in Britain
GBacr.
acr: Great Britain
island country in Europe made up of England, Scotland, and Wales

Examples of Britain in a sentence

  • The weather in Britain is often rainy and cold.
  • Britain offers diverse landscapes and cultures.
  • Tourists flock to Britain for its historical landmarks.

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  1. French:Grande-Bretagne, ...
  2. German:Großbritannien, Britannien, ...
  3. Italian:Gran Bretagna, ...
  4. Spanish:Gran Bretaña, ...
  5. Portuguese:Grã-Bretanha, ...
  6. Chinese:英国, 不列颠, ...
  7. Japanese:イギリス, ...
  8. Arabic:بِرِيطَانْيَا, ...
  9. Hebrew:בְּרִיטַנְיָה, בְּרִיטַנְיָה, ...
  10. Russian:Британия, ...
  11. Ukrainian:Британія, ...
  12. Hindi:ब्रिटेन, ...
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