We have found multiple words continent. Choose the one you are looking for and click on the link in its Dictionary entry column to see its detailed etymology.
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| continent | English | (Noun) (obsolete) Land (as opposed to the water).. (obsolete, _, in general sense) A large contiguous landmass considered independent of its islands, peninsulas etc. Specifically, the Old World [...](obsolete) Land (as opposed to the water).. (obsolete, _, in general sense) A large contiguous landmass considered independent of its islands, peninsulas etc. Specifically, the Old World [...] |
| continent | English | (Adjective) (obsolete) Serving to restrain or limit; restraining; opposing.. Exercising self-restraint; controlled, temperate with respect to one's bodily needs or passions, especially sex, urination and/or [...](obsolete) Serving to restrain or limit; restraining; opposing.. Exercising self-restraint; controlled, temperate with respect to one's bodily needs or passions, especially sex, urination and/or [...] |
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