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intercontinental

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Adj — Travelling or occurring between continents.

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intercontinental flight intercontinental ballistic missile intercontinental trade

Etymology

From inter- ("between") plus continental.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “intercontinental” mean?

The word “intercontinental” means travelling or occurring between continents. In plain terms, spanning or moving between continents, whether that's a flight, a trade deal, or a missile.

How do you pronounce “intercontinental”?

“Intercontinental” is pronounced ihn-tuh-kon-tih-NEHN-tuhl (/ˌɪn.tɚ.kɑn.tɪˈnɛn.təl/ in IPA).

How do you use “intercontinental” in a sentence?

Here is “intercontinental” used in a sentence: “They booked an intercontinental flight from London to Tokyo.”

What part of speech is “intercontinental”?

“Intercontinental” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “intercontinental” have?

“Intercontinental” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: travelling or occurring between continents.

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