blighty

/ˈblaɪti/
noun
  1. A name for Britain or England, used especially by soldiers or expatriates (informal, historical).
    • They talked fondly of their homes back in Blighty.
    • He was sent back to Blighty after being injured in battle.
    • The soldiers dreamed of returning to Blighty after the war.
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