West Brit

[ west brit ]

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of West Brit¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

“We wanted them to be Irish, I suppose. It’s amazing how quickly their accents have adapted. Even within a year of moving back, they are fading into this rakish west Brit kind of thing. Which I think, hopefully, will get them lots of girls when they’re 15.”

From The Guardian

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