briton

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: native, inhabitant, celt, aborigine