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Continent
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Continent
/ˈkɒntɪnənt/
A large landmass on Earth, usually separated by oceans and considered as a major geographical unit.
Synonyms:
landmass
mainland
Antonyms:
This word has no antonyms
Examples:
The
continent
boasts diverse climates and ecosystems.
Wildlife migration patterns vary by
continent
.
Each
continent
presents unique geological features.
Etymology:
The word
continent
originates from the Latin
continentem,
from
continere,
meaning ‘to hold together or enclose'.
Usage Statistics:
14 mentions per 1 million words
Moderate
Hint:
Frequency according to COCA
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