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Eurasia

Largest continental landmass on Earth, combining Europe and Asia.

Eurasian continent

Eurasia refers to the largest continental landmass on Earth, formed by the union of the continents of Europe and Asia.

Pronunciation

/juːˈreɪʒə/

Etymology

Eurasia is a portmanteau of Europe and Asia, coined by Ernst Haeckel in 1875.

Explain Like I’m 5

Eurasia is like a giant land puzzle made of Europe and Asia, making it the biggest place on Earth!

Fun Facts

Eurasia contains over 75% of the world's population
Mount Everest, the highest peak above sea level, is located in Eurasia
The Ural Mountains are often considered the dividing line between Europe and Asia

FAQ

What is Eurasia? It's a supercontinent combining Europe and Asia
How big is it? It covers about 30% of Earth's land area
Is Eurasia a country? No, it is a geographical term for two continents

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

continent

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Eastern Europe Western Asia Central Asia

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Earth

Indexes

geographical region landform

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