British Isles

geographical name

island group of western Europe comprising Great Britain, Ireland, and adjacent islands

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“British Isles.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/British%20Isles. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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