Continent Definition & Meaning

continent
adjective
  1. having control over urination and defecation
  2. abstaining from sexual intercourse; "celibate priests"
noun
  1. one of the large landmasses of the earth; "there are seven continents"; "pioneers had to cross the continent on foot"
  2. the European mainland; "Englishmen like to visit the Continent but they wouldn't like to live there"

"Continent" in song lyrics

See how continent is used in real songs:

  • "I'm trying to see every single ocean and continent"
    Akrobatik — Cooler Heads
  • "And I'm confident, I spit it like no other on the continent"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Equipto — I'm A Junkie
  • "You now rocking with the foulest clique in the continent"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Seven

Usage tips for "continent"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "continent" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for continent to find words that pair well.

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