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What does Britain mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word Britain? Here's what it means.

Proper noun
  1. The island of Great Britain, consisting of England, Scotland and Wales. [from 10th c.]
  2. (loosely) The United Kingdom.
  3. (now historical) Brittany. [from 13th c.]
  4. (now historical) The British state and its dominions and holdings; the British Empire. [from 17th c.]
  5. (plural) The British Empire. [from 19th c.]
Noun
  1. (now rare, historical) An ancient Briton. [from 15th c.]
Adjective
  1. (obsolete) Briton; British. [16th-18th c.]
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