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continent

/ˈkɒntɪnənt/ /ˈkɑntɪnənt/

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noun

Continent

Each of the main continuous land-masses on the earth's surface, now generally regarded as seven in number, including their related islands, continental shelves etc.

Examples :

"My geography teacher explained that the seven continents are very different in size and climate. "

Mon professeur de géographie a expliqué que les sept continents sont très différents en taille et en climat.

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noun

Continent

A large contiguous landmass considered independent of its islands, peninsulas etc. Specifically, the Old World continent of Europe–Asia–Africa. See the Continent.

Examples :

"The teacher explained that Europe, Asia, and Africa are considered a single continent. "

Le professeur a expliqué que l'Europe, l'Asie et l'Afrique sont considérées comme un seul continent.

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noun

Continent, terre

Land (as opposed to the water).

Examples :

"The continent of Africa is home to many different animal species. "

Le continent africain abrite de nombreuses espèces animales différentes.

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adjective

Continent, sobre

Exercising self-restraint; controlled, temperate with respect to one's bodily needs or passions, especially sex, urination and/or defecation.

Examples :

"The young boy was continent throughout the entire camping trip, demonstrating self-control. "

Le jeune garçon a été continent tout au long du voyage de camping, faisant preuve de maîtrise de soi.

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adjective

Continu, ininterrompu

Not interrupted; connected; continuous.

Examples :

"a continent fever"

Une fièvre continue.

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adjective

Contenant, restrictif

Serving to restrain or limit; restraining; opposing.

Examples :

"The teacher's continent attitude toward disruptive students helped maintain order in the classroom. "

L'attitude restrictive du professeur envers les élèves perturbateurs a contribué à maintenir l'ordre dans la classe.

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