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Definition the mainland in British English

the mainland noun

[singular]noun
/ˈmeɪnˌlænd/
1

a large mass of land that forms the main part of a country but does not include any islands belonging to the country

Example

Some residents only travel to the mainland once a month.

Example

the US mainland

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Definition the mainland in British English