Definition of Continental
Continental
con·ti·nen·tal
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(adjective)
relating to, resembling, or making up a continent, especially relating to the European mainland (continent) that excludes Britain (the latter usually used as "Continental");
e.g. The mountain range was formed by continental plates colliding. This dish is a classic element of Continental cuisine.
(adjective)
(historical, American) relating to the 13 colonies that were originally established in the American Revolution and which later formed the USA (usually used as "Continental");
e.g. The museum has some of the uniforms of Continental soldiers on display.
(adjective)
relating to or being part of the 48 states that make up the mainland of the USA;
e.g. The company only has branches in the continental US.
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