The British don’t have Fall, they have Autumn, the season that precedes winter.
Autumn
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Autumn, that is."
"I've never seen such a Autumn in all my life."
Etymology & History
British term for fall season, from Latin 'autumnus' via Old French. Both English varieties have both words, but British strongly prefer 'autumn', Americans 'fall' (from 'fall of the leaf'). The preference split occurred in 17th-18th centuries as American English developed. British choice reflects latinate influence.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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