continent
n. countable A2 Elementary Oxford US //ˈkɑntənənt// UK //kˈɒntɪnənt// con·ti·nent
n. one of the seven very large areas of land on Earth, such as Africa or Asia.
n. one of the world's main continuous expanses of land. When capitalised as 'the Continent', it specifically refers to mainland Europe excluding the British Isles.
Asia is the largest continent in the world.
The explorers spent several months traveling across the African continent to study local wildlife.
Geological evidence suggests that millions of years ago, every continent was joined together in a single massive landmass known as Pangea.
Usage
Usually used with the definite article 'the' when referring to a specific landmass.