trans-Channel
|trans-/Chan-/nel|
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/træns-ˈʧænəl/
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/trɑːns-ˈʧænəl/
across the Channel
Etymology
Etymology Information
'trans-Channel' originates from the prefix 'trans-' meaning 'across' and 'Channel' referring to the English Channel.
Historical Evolution
'trans-' combined with 'Channel' to form the modern English term 'trans-Channel'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'across the Channel', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or involving travel or communication across the English Channel.
The trans-Channel ferry service operates daily.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/16 09:25