Meaning of the word transcontinental in English

What does transcontinental mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

transcontinental

US /ˌtrænˌskɑːn.t̬ənˈen.t̬əl/
UK /ˌtrænˌskɒn.tɪˈnen.təl/

Adjective

crossing a continent:

Example:
The transcontinental railroad goes from New York to San Francisco.