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Britain

Island comprising England, Scotland, and Wales.

UK mainland British isles

An island in the North Atlantic Ocean, part of the United Kingdom. It comprises England, Scotland, and Wales.

Etymology

Britain derives from a Celtic term 'Pretanicā,' which was adopted by the Romans.

Explain Like I’m 5

Britain is an island country in Europe made up of England, Scotland, and Wales.

Fun Facts

Britain is made up of over 100 smaller islands
Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument, is located in Britain
The UK has over 200 different breeds of domestic cats

FAQ

What countries are part of Britain? England, Scotland, and Wales
Is Britain a continent? No, it is an island
What is the capital of Britain? London

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

Great Britain British Isles

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Europe United Kingdom

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

England Scotland Wales

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

United Kingdom

Indexes

geographical region political division

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