non-British
|non/Brit/ish|
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/nɑn ˈbrɪtɪʃ/
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/nɒn ˈbrɪtɪʃ/
not British
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-British' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'British', which refers to the people or culture of Britain.
Historical Evolution
'non-British' was formed by adding the prefix 'non-' to 'British', a term that has been in use since the Middle Ages to describe the people of Britain.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not British', and this meaning has remained consistent over time.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not relating to or characteristic of Britain or its people.
The non-British tourists were fascinated by the historical landmarks.
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Last updated: 2025/01/23 19:06