Britcom

See also: Brit-com

English

Alternative forms

• Brit-com

Etymology

Blend of British +‎ sitcom.

Noun

Britcom (plural Britcoms)

1. (informal, television) A British sitcom.

Usage notes

This term is sometimes used more broadly, to include British television shows that are made up of many short humorous skits that use recurring characters, but which do not have a storyline that continues from show to show (sketch comedies).