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Landmass

A large area of land, such as a continent or island.

land area territory

A landmass is a large area of land, such as a continent or island.

Pronunciation

/ˈlændˌmæs/

Etymology

From Middle English land + mass, ultimately from Latin massa meaning 'a ball of clay'.

Explain Like I’m 5

A landmass is a big piece of land, like a continent or an island where people can live and build things.

Fun Facts

Australia is both a continent and a country
Pangaea was a supercontinent that existed millions of years ago
Madagascar is the fourth-largest island in the world

FAQ

What is a landmass? A large area of land, such as a continent or island
What are examples of landmasses? Continents and islands
Is Greenland a landmass? Yes, it is the world's largest island

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

area region expanse

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

geography Earth

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

continent island peninsula atoll

Meronyms — Parts or Components

soil rock water

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Earth planet

Indexes

geographical feature

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