Briton
/ˈbɹɪt.ən/ · noun
Meaning
- An inhabitant of Great Britain, particularly (historical) a Celt from the area of Roman Britain or (obsolete) a Welshman; a British person.
- A citizen of the United Kingdom or (historical, obsolete) its overseas empire.
Etymology / origin
Etymology tree Latin Brittōder. Old French Bretonder. English Briton From Old French Breton, from Latin Brittō. Doublet of Breton and Brython.
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