# transatlantic

/ˌtɹænzətˈɫænɪk/ (US) · /tɹænsɐtlˈɑːntɪk/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/transatlantic
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

crossing the Atlantic Ocean, or involving countries on both sides of it — like the US and the UK.

For teachers: crossing or extending across the Atlantic Ocean; relating to or involving countries on both sides of the Atlantic. Typically used attributively before a noun.

## Examples

- The first transatlantic flight took place over a century ago.
- The two companies formed a transatlantic partnership to share research between their London and New York offices.
- Maintaining a transatlantic relationship requires significant effort to bridge the time zone differences and cultural nuances that exist between European and North American partners.

## Usage notes

- Typically used attributively before the noun it modifies.

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