Used to describe literal crossing or spanning of the Atlantic Ocean. The explorers embarked on a transatlantic expedition.
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Travel Context
Often refers to types of long-distance travel, such as flights or cruises, between continents. She frequently takes transatlantic flights for business.
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Historical Use
Evokes the era of ocean liners and early flights; used in a historical context. The Titanic was a famous transatlantic ocean liner.