continent

n. one of the seven main areas of land on Earth, such as Africa, Asia, or Europe.

n. one of the Earth's major continuous landmasses, traditionally including Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South America.

“Asia is the largest continent in the world both in size and population.”

“Geologists study how tectonic plate movements have shifted the positions of the continents over millions of years.”

n. the main part of Europe, not including the islands like the UK or Ireland.

n. the mainland of Europe as distinguished from the British Isles.

“Many people from the UK take the ferry to the Continent for their summer holidays.”

“The cultural exchange between the British Isles and the Continent has historically been influenced by both trade and conflict.”

British English

adj. able to control when you go to the toilet.

adj. having voluntary control over the bladder and bowels.

“Most children become continent during the day by the age of three.”

“The patient remained continent throughout the recovery period, indicating that the nerve damage was not as severe as initially feared.”

Technical

adj. having strong self-control over your feelings or physical desires.

adj. exercising self-restraint, particularly in relation to sexual impulses or emotional passions.

“He led a continent life, avoiding the luxuries and parties his friends enjoyed.”

“The philosopher argued that a continent mind was essential for achieving true intellectual clarity and moral virtue.”

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