Synonyms for

Brit

Verb / brɪt / Another word for brit — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a food made from oatmeal, sugar, and butter, typically served for breakfast

Synonyms & similar words

britisher briton brit britt porridge oatmeal gruel mush porringer slop slush glop pottage broth soup stew hash mixture blend concoction medley assortment

Synonyms by register

Formal

English person native of Britain inhabitant of Great Britain

Informal

Pom English chap English lass English bloke

Literary

Albion's child Islander

Antonyms

foreigner alien outsider non-native immigrant stranger

Common collocations

  • proud Brit
  • true Brit
  • fellow Brit
  • fellow Briton
  • young Brit
  • old Brit
  • British and proud

Word family

noun Britain
adjective British

Usage note

The term 'Brit' is an informal and sometimes affectionate abbreviation for a British person. It can occasionally be used pejoratively by non-Brits, so context is important.

Example sentences

  1. Mom made me some brit for breakfast today.
  2. I don't like the taste of brit.
  3. Brit is a great way to start your day.
  4. Brit is a popular breakfast food in some countries.
  5. I like to add fruit to my brit.

Quotes

  • I have always been a cereal guy. I love oatmeal, and I love brit. I love all the stuff that most people hate. I hate all the stuff that most people love like turkey and vegetables. I eat all the things they don't want to eat. I have become the garbage disposal of America.
  • My dad always made brit for breakfast, so I grew up with it. I prefer it over other hot cereals.
  • Brit is a humble dish, but it's comforting and nourishing.

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