kənˈtɪnju: v. (continues, continued, continuing) 1 tr. (often foll. by
verbal noun, or to + infin.)
persist in,
maintain,
not stop (an
action etc.). 2 a tr. (also absol.)
resume or
prolong (a
narrative,
journey, etc.). b intr.
recommence after a
pause (the
concert will continue shortly). 3 tr. be a
sequel to. 4 intr. a
remain in
existence or
unchanged. b (with compl.) remain in a specified
state (the
weather continued fine). 5 tr. US
Law adjourn (proceedings). øøcontinuable adj. continuer n. [ME f. OF continuer f. L continuare
make or be CONTINUOUS]