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Britisher

American  
[brit-i-sher] / ˈbrɪt ɪ ʃər /

noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of Britain.


Britisher British  
/ ˈbrɪtɪʃə /

noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of Great Britain

  2. any British subject

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of Britisher

An Americanism dating back to 1820–30; British + -er 1


Example Sentences

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"The Americans come over here smartly dressed and backed by wealthy supporters, the Britisher has a poor chance compared to that," he apparently said.

From Reuters ● Sep. 19, 2014

A Paris-based correspondent signing himself "A True Britisher" has complained about the number of young men applying for weekly help from the BCF.

From BBC ● Jun. 21, 2014

Soon they will meet the third part of their triangle, Andrew Bankson, a Britisher in a black mood.

From Washington Times ● Jun. 3, 2014

You discredit the Britisher because you can’t discredit his message.”

From Slate ● Nov. 9, 2013

“Best privateer that ever raked a Britisher with a broadside! You want to buy expectations from me?”

From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham

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