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Definition of united kingdom

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A sovereign island country located off the northwestern coast of mainland Europe, consisting of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

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Word Nuance & Usage

The term 'United Kingdom' is often confused with 'Great Britain'; however, strictly speaking, Great Britain comprises only England, Scotland, and Wales, whereas the United Kingdom also includes Northern Ireland.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of United kingdom. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/united-kingdom
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