briton

noun

Pronunciation: ˈbrɪtən

Definition

A native or inhabitant of Great Britain, specifically referring to the Celtic-speaking people who lived there in the pre-Roman and Roman periods.

Examples

• The Roman legions faced fierce resistance from the native Briton tribes during their initial invasion.

• Archaeologists recently uncovered a settlement that offers new insights into the daily life of an ancient Briton.

• Many cultural traditions in modern Wales and Cornwall trace their roots back to the ancient Briton population.

Synonyms of briton

Words with a similar meaning to briton:

• native
• inhabitant
• celt
• aborigine

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