Subcontinent

usgb/ˌsʌbˈkɑːntɪnənt/
noun

A large area of land that is part of a continent, but considered as a separate and independent entity, often because it is geographically or ethnically distinct.

India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh are located on the Indian subcontinent.
Visual representation of "subcontinent" - A large area of land that is part of a continent, but considered as a separate and independent entity, often because it is geographically or ethnically distinct.

Often appears as...

  • indian subcontinent
  • african subcontinent
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Not Always Political

A subcontinent can have political boundaries but is primarily defined by geographical characteristics.

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The Indian subcontinent includes multiple countries, not just India.
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Distinct Identity

A subcontinent has a unique cultural or historical identity that sets it apart from the rest of the continent.

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The culture of the Indian subcontinent is distinct from East Asia despite both being in Asia.
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Used in Geography

The term is often used in geographical contexts to discuss climate, fauna, flora, and physical landscapes.

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Geographers study the climatic patterns of the African subcontinent.
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