Great Britain (Noun)
Meaning 1
A monarchy in northwestern Europe occupying most of the British Isles; divided into England and Scotland and Wales and Northern Ireland; `Great Britain' is often used loosely to refer to the United Kingdom.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
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Meaning 2
An island comprising England and Scotland and Wales.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a sovereign state that includes the island of Great Britain and the northeastern part of the island of Ireland.
- The island of Great Britain is the largest island in the British Isles and includes the countries of England, Scotland, and Wales.
- The geography of Great Britain is varied, with mountains, hills, and lowlands, and a coastline that borders the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, and the English Channel.
- The culture of Great Britain is rich and diverse, with a history of art, literature, music, and science that has had a profound impact on the world.
- The island of Great Britain has a population of over 60 million people, with the majority living in England, followed by Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.