Associations to the word «Britishism»

Adjective

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Wiktionary

BRITISHISM, noun. A word, phrase, idiom, or expression peculiar to the English language as spoken chiefly in Great Britain.

Dictionary definition

BRITISHISM, noun. An expression that is used in Great Britain (especially as contrasted with American English).
BRITISHISM, noun. A custom that is peculiar to England or its citizens.

Wise words

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