intracontinental
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/ˌɪn.trəˌkɒn.tɪˈnɛn.təl/
within a continent
Etymology
Etymology Information
'intracontinental' originates from Latin, specifically the prefix 'intra-' meaning 'within' and 'continent' referring to a large landmass.
Historical Evolution
'Intracontinental' was formed by combining the Latin prefix 'intra-' with the English word 'continental'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'within a continent', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
existing or occurring within a continent.
The intracontinental flight was shorter than expected.
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Last updated: 2025/02/04 02:50