Great Britain

/ˈgreɪt ˌbrɪtn/

/greɪt ˈbrɪtən/

Definitions of Great Britain

1. noun

   an island comprising England and Scotland and Wales
   synonyms: Britain, GB

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   Albion

   archaic name for England or Great Britain; used poetically

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   island

   a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
2. noun

   a monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England, Scotland and Wales; 'Great Britain' is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom
   synonyms: Britain