britishism

• Nom désignant un mot, une phrase ou une coutume caractéristique ou propre à la Grande-Bretagne ou à son peuple, notamment par contraste avec l'anglais américain ou les coutumes américaines.

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.

nom propre

1. British expressionC1formalbritish

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

   britishisme (expression britannique)

   • 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.

   Synonymesanglicismbriticism

2. British customC1formalbritish

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

   coutume britannique

   • 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.

   Synonymesanglicismbriticism