Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

brolly

Noun
/ˈbrɒli/
Definition
A brolly is a British informal term for an umbrella.
Examples
  • Don’t forget to take your brolly; it looks like it’s going to rain!
  • She opened her brolly to shield herself from the sun during the picnic.
Meaning
It is used primarily in the UK to describe a device used for protection against rain or sun.
Synonyms
  • Umbrella
  • Parasol
  • Shade