trans-American
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/træns əˈmɛrɪkən/
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/trɑːns əˈmɛrɪkən/
across America
Etymology
Etymology Information
'trans-American' originates from Latin, specifically the prefix 'trans-' meaning 'across' and 'American' referring to the continent of America.
Historical Evolution
'trans-' combined with 'American' to form the modern English word 'trans-American'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'across America', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
spanning or crossing the American continent.
The trans-American railway connects the east and west coasts.
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Last updated: 2025/02/08 00:09