CEFR A2

Britain

proper noun

Meaning

A common short form for Great Britain, the island comprising England, Scotland, and Wales, or for the United Kingdom, which also includes Northern Ireland.

Examples

  • Many historical sites in Britain date back to Roman times.
  • The weather in Britain is often unpredictable, with rain and sunshine on the same day.

Synonyms: UK, Great Britain, United Kingdom, Albion