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One of the grand divisions of land on the globe; the main land; specifically (Phys. Geog.), a large body of land differing from an island, not merely in its size, but in its structure, which is that of a large basin bordered by mountain chains; as, the continent of North America.
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one of the principle landmasses on Earth, usually Africa, Antarctica, Europe, North America, South America, Asia, Australia
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A large landmass composed mostly of granitic rock. Continents rise abruptly above the deep-ocean floor and include the marginal areas submerged beneath sea level.
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A large landmass covered with lighter (less dense) rocks. Since their rocks weigh less than the denser oceanic crust, continent float higher on the mantle and overide oceanic plate on colision.
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Ability to control the passage of urine and feces. The opposite is incontinent or unable to control the passage of urine or feces.
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To have control of the bladder or bowel.
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The ability to retain a bodily discharge (as urine) voluntarily
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having control over urination and defecation
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Exercising restraint as to the indulgence of desires or passions; temperate; moderate.
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Abstaining from sexual intercourse; exercising restraint upon the sexual appetite; esp., abstaining from illicit sexual intercourse; chaste.
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abstaining from sexual intercourse; "celibate priests"
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