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Britannia

Pronunciation: /brɪˈtanjə/

Definition of Britannia
  • the personification of Britain, usually depicted as a helmeted woman with shield and trident. The figure appeared on Roman coins and was revived with the name Britannia on the coinage of Charles II.

Origin:

the Latin name for Britain

Britannia in other Oxford dictionaries

Definition of Britannia in the US English dictionary