intercontinental
Pronunciation: [ˌɪntərˈkɒntɪnəntəl]
Word
Context: “travel”
(adjective) when something is between or connects different continents, like a big airplane that flies across the oceans from one continent to another.
Example
The airline offers intercontinental flights that take people from North America to Europe.
Example
They don’t have any intercontinental services that go to Africa from this city.
Example
What intercontinental destinations can we fly to this summer?
Context: “trade”
(adjective) related to business or trade that happens between different continents. It’s like trading toys with friends from other countries across oceans.
Example
Many companies focus on intercontinental trade to grow their businesses.
Example
There is no intercontinental trade between those countries due to strict regulations.
Example
Can intercontinental trade benefit our economy?
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