Britishhood

/ˈbrɪtɪʃhʊd/ noun

Definition

The state, quality, or condition of being British; the collective identity or character of British people.

Etymology

From British + -hood (a suffix denoting condition or state, as in childhood, manhood). Rare term formed through productive English word-building.

Kelly Says

This word is so uncommon that it barely exists in modern usage—it's a reminder that just because English can build a word (British + hood = britishhood), doesn't mean speakers will actually use it.

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