continental
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/ˌkɑːntɪˈnentl/
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/ˌkɒntɪˈnentl/
adjective
R
related to mainland Europe, not including Britain and Ireland
Britain has many continental neighbors across the sea.
R
following the customs of Western and Southern European countries
The café has a continental style with outdoor seating.
R
related to the mainland part of North America
Shipping costs are lower in the continental United States.
R
related to any of the seven main land masses on Earth
The continental climate varies greatly across different regions.
noun
R
a person who lives in mainland Europe
Many continentals enjoy long lunch breaks as part of their culture.
translation
related to mainland Europe, not including Britain and Ireland; following the customs of Western and Southern European countries; related to the mainland part of North America; related to any of the seven main land masses on Earth
a person who lives in mainland Europe
Word Forms
Plural
continentals