Eurasia

English dictionary entry

Meanings

name
  1. The largest and most populous landmass on Earth, a supercontinent consisting of Europe and Asia; sometimes also including neighboring islands.
  2. A region comprising parts of Eastern Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia; the countries of the former Soviet Union and the sphere of influence of Russia.

Pronunciation

/jʊˈɹeɪ.ʒə/ /jəˈɹeɪ.ʒə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-Eurasia.wav

Word forms

Eurasia

Etymology

From Euro- + Asia or blend of Europe + Asia.

Related words

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