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Definition Brexit in American English

Brexit noun

noun
1

before 23rd June 2016, the possibility of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union; a blend of the words 'British' or 'Britain' and 'exit'

Example

British Prime Minister David Cameron has raised the possibility of a 'Brexit', a British exit from the European Union.

2

after the referendum held on 23rd June 2016, the fact that the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union

Example

Many businesses are concerned about the effect Brexit will have - or has had already in some cases - on their companies.

Example

England voted strongly for Brexit, by 53.4% to 46.6%, as did Wales.

Definition Brexit in American English