West Brit

American

[west brit] / ˈwɛst ˈbrɪt /

noun

Also West Briton (in Ireland) an Irish person who sympathizes with or favors the culture or political interests of the British.

Etymology

Origin of West Brit

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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He himself confessed to being what he called 'A West Brit'.

From BBC

"West Brit" is a derogatory term for an Irish person perceived to be overly pro-British.

From Reuters

One minister warned competitors for foreign investment would "not be slow to whisper about a terrorist" holding the office of president if he won while McGuinness also has stoked the tension, blaming "West Brit elements" in the media and political parties for repeated references to his IRA past.

From Reuters

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