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Definition uncle in British English

uncle noun

[countable] noun
/ˈʌŋk(ə)l/
1

the brother of one of your parents, or the husband of your aunt. You are his niece or nephew

Example

The business was owned by my uncle.

Example

a letter from Uncle Richard

Synonyms and related words
aunt auntie cousin
1.1

used by children in front of the name of a man who is a close friend of their parents

Example

How long have you known Uncle Phil and Auntie Carol?

Synonyms and related words
baas babu dame
Definition uncle in British English