North America (Noun)
Meaning 1
A continent (the third largest) in the western hemisphere connected to South America by the Isthmus of Panama.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The indigenous peoples of north_america were diverse and varied in their cultures and languages.
- The climate in north_america ranges from tropical in the south to arctic in the north.
- North_america is connected to the rest of the world through several major shipping lanes.
- The geography of north_america includes mountains, forests, deserts, and tundras.
- Many species of animals have migrated from north_america to south_america through the Isthmus of Panama.
Meaning 2
The nations of the North American continent collectively.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- North America consists of 23 countries and numerous territories, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- North America is home to over 580 million people and a diverse range of cultures and languages.
- The nations of North America have a long history of economic and military cooperation, including the North American Free Trade Agreement.
- Tourists from around the world visit North America to see its famous landmarks, such as the Grand Canyon and Niagara Falls.
- After World War II, North America experienced a period of unprecedented economic growth and cultural influence.