britishism

• Substantiv, das ein Wort, eine Wendung oder einen Brauch bezeichnet, die für Großbritannien oder das britische Englisch typisch sind, besonders im Unterschied zum amerikanischen Englisch.

A noun referring to a word, phrase, or custom that is characteristic of or peculiar to Great Britain or its people, especially when contrasted with American English or customs.

Eigenname

1. British expressionC1formalbritish

   A word, phrase, or idiom that is characteristic of or used primarily in Great Britain, often in contrast to American English.

   Britizismus

   • The word 'lorry' is a Britishism for what Americans call a 'truck'.
   • Using 'flat' instead of 'apartment' is a common Britishism.
   • The phrase 'taking the mickey' is a Britishism meaning to tease someone.

   Synonymeanglicismbriticism

2. British customC1formalbritish

   A practice, tradition, or habit that is distinctive to England or its people.

   Britische Sitte

   • Having afternoon tea with scones is a classic Britishism.
   • Queuing politely is considered a typical Britishism.
   • Celebrating Guy Fawkes Night is a Britishism not widely observed elsewhere.

   Synonymeanglicismbriticism