noun
Refers to the geographical mainland of China, often in contrast to Taiwan, Hong Kong, or other islands.
中国大陸では簡体字が使われている。
Simplified Chinese characters are used in mainland China.
中国 is the general term for China, while 中国大陸 specifically refers to the mainland area.
Compound of 中国 (China) and 大陸 (continent/mainland).