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Definition
Antarctica; the ice-covered continent surrounding the South Pole with no permanent residents.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the continent itself rather than just the South Pole. Unlike other continents, it is rarely discussed in daily life unless in the context of scientific research, climate change, or extreme travel expeditions.
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Antarctica is freezing all year round.
Have you ever thought about travelling to Antarctica?
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Common phrases
go to Antarctica
the continent of Antarctica
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Grammar guides
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