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being or concerning or limited to a continent especially the continents of North America or Europe
Antonyms:
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originating from to relating to the large landmasses on Earth's surface known as continents
- Continental drift is the movement of Earth's continents over time.
- The continental climate of central Europe is characterized by hot summers and cold winters.
- Continental crust is thicker and less dense than oceanic crust.
- Continental landforms, such as mountains and plains, shape the landscape of continents.
- The continental drift theory explains the movement of Earth's landmasses over time.
3
relating to or characteristic of any continent
4
of or relating to or concerning the American colonies during and immediately after the American Revolutionary War