Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
britishism
Noun
/ˈbrɪtɪʃɪz(ə)m/
Definition
A Britishism is a word, phrase, or idiom that is characteristic of British English.
Examples
- “I hadn’t a clue what he was talking about; it was full of Britishisms I didn’t understand.”
- “The use of ‘lorry’ instead of ‘truck’ is a typical Britishism.”
- “When Americans visit the UK, they often come across Britishisms that can confuse them.”
Meaning
Britishisms are often distinct from American English or other forms of English, reflecting cultural nuances and local usage.
Synonyms
- British expression
- British colloquialism
- UK English term
