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AFRICA

\ˈafɹɪkə], \ˈafɹɪkə], \ˈa_f_ɹ_ɪ_k_ə]\

Definitions of AFRICA

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The second-largest continent, lying south of Europe between the Atlantic and Indian oceans. The hottest continent, Africa has vast mineral resources, many of which are still undeveloped.

2011 - English Dictionary Database
By DataStellar Co., Ltd

A continent; area, 11, 950, 000 square miles.

1919 - The Concise Standard Dictionary of the English Language
By James Champlin Fernald

A native of Africa.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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