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continent
/ˈkɒn.tɪ.nənt/
[/ˈkɒn.tɪ.nənt/]
large landmass
Intermediatenoun
Definition
One of the very large areas of land on the earth, such as Africa or Asia.
Example
Africa is a vast continent with many different countries, languages, and natural landscapes.
Africa is a vast continent with many different countries, languages, and natural landscapes.
Etymology
From Latin 'terra continens', continuous land, from 'continere', to hold together.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in geography and world description.