transcontinental
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/ˌtrænˌskɒntɪˈnɛntəl/
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/ˌtrænzkɒntɪˈnɛntəl/
across continents
Etymology
Etymology Information
'transcontinental' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'trans' meaning 'across' and 'continentem' meaning 'continent'.
Historical Evolution
'transcontinental' evolved from the Latin word 'continentem' and eventually became the modern English word 'transcontinental'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'across continents', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
spanning or relating to more than one continent.
The transcontinental railroad was a significant achievement in the 19th century.
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Last updated: 2025/02/04 02:28