"Transatlantic" refers to anything that crosses or relates to the Atlantic Ocean, particularly between North America and Europe. This term is often used in discussions about trade, travel, and cultural exchanges that occur across the ocean. In a historical context, "Transatlantic" can also describe the Transatlantic Slave Trade, which forcibly transported millions of Africans to the Americas. Additionally, it encompasses various forms of communication and transportation, such as transatlantic flights and telecommunications, that connect these two regions.