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transalpine Definition

trans·alpine (trans al′pīn′, tranz-; -pin)

adjective

on the other (the northern) side of the Alps: from the viewpoint of Rome

Etymology: L transalpinus: see trans- & Alpine

transalpine Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • Gaul: Transalpine Gaul is removed from Mark Antony and given to Octavian.