Transatlantic

/ˌtræn.zætˈlæn.tɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A transatlantic journey, communication, or agreement.

The two leaders held a transatlantic summit to discuss climate change.

A term referring to the connections or relations between America and Europe.

The novel explores the themes of identity in the context of the transatlantic experience.

adjective

Relating to, or situated on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.

The transatlantic flight took over eight hours.

Involving countries on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, particularly the United States and Europe.

There are strong transatlantic ties between the U.S. and the EU.

Of or relating to the trade and cultural exchanges across the Atlantic Ocean.

The transatlantic trade relationship has evolved significantly over the decades.

The term comes from combining 'trans-' meaning across and 'Atlantic,' referring to the Atlantic Ocean.

transatlantic trade

Trade that occurs between countries on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.

transatlantic relations

Political, economic, and cultural interactions between Europe and North America.

Atlantic

Referring to the Atlantic Ocean, the body of water between the Americas and Europe/Africa.

international

Relating to or involving two or more countries.