trans
Across, as prefix
Trans is a prefix meaning across, beyond, or through: transatlantic, transcontinental, transform.
In chemistry, it describes molecular arrangements where atoms are on opposite sides.
As a standalone adjective, trans is shorthand for transgender—identifying with a gender different from one's sex assigned at birth: trans rights, trans women, a trans man.
Outside male-female categories
- cisgenderBirth-sex-identified
- genderqueerOutside the two-category system
- genderfluidVariable gender identity
- agenderHaving no gender identity
bigender · intersex · transitioning · transmasculine · FTM · MTF · passing · deadname
Spanning an entire continent
- transatlanticSpanning the ocean between continents
- transpacificSpanning the Pacific Ocean
- transnationalCrossing country lines
- transborderSpanning national boundaries
transcultural · transregional · traverse · span · crossing · bridge · overpass · passage
Change completely in form
- transmuteChange in fundamental nature
- transposeReverse order of elements
- transfigureChange appearance dramatically
- metamorphosisProfound biological restructuring
conversion · shift · evolution · mutation · alteration · reformation
Movement between places
- transshipTransfer cargo between conveyances
- transloadTransfer goods between conveyances
- freightGoods being transported
- cargoTransported goods
shipment · container · logistics · conveyance · intermodal · hub · terminal · routing
Dual-function communication device
- transponderSignal-activated transmitter
- broadcastTransmitted media signal
- signalMessage-conveying cue
- relayStage-by-stage transmission
radio · bandwidth · frequency · modulation · antenna · satellite · uplink · downlink
Amino group biochemical exchange
- transductionSignal or energy transformation
- isomerSame formula, different shape
- catalystAgent enabling change
- reactionResponse to stimulus
nonbinary
Outside male-female categories
- cisgenderBirth-sex-identified
- genderqueerOutside the two-category system
- genderfluidVariable gender identity
agender · bigender · intersex · transitioning · transmasculine · FTM · MTF · passing · deadname · misgender
transcontinental
Spanning an entire continent
- transatlanticSpanning the ocean between continents
- transpacificSpanning the Pacific Ocean
- transnationalCrossing country lines
transborder · transcultural · transregional · traverse · span · crossing · bridge · overpass · passage · corridor
transform
Change completely in form
- transmuteChange in fundamental nature
- transposeReverse order of elements
- transfigureChange appearance dramatically
metamorphosis · conversion · shift · evolution · mutation · alteration · reformation
transit
Movement between places
- transshipTransfer cargo between conveyances
- transloadTransfer goods between conveyances
- freightGoods being transported
cargo · shipment · container · logistics · conveyance · intermodal · hub · terminal · routing
transceiver
Dual-function communication device
- transponderSignal-activated transmitter
- broadcastTransmitted media signal
- signalMessage-conveying cue
relay · radio · bandwidth · frequency · modulation · antenna · satellite · uplink · downlink
transamination
Amino group biochemical exchange
- transductionSignal or energy transformation
- isomerSame formula, different shape
- catalystAgent enabling change
- Queer Culturegay, drag culture, lesbian, bisexual, ballroom scene
- sexual identitiesgay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, asexual
- gendergender, male, female, masculine, feminine
- identityidentity, personal identity, self, selfhood, self-expression
- Latin Wordsad, ad nauseam, et, caveat emptor, affidavit
- LGBTQgay, lesbian, bisexual, queer, nonbinary
- viral transmissionSpread of infectious agents
- lost in translationMeaning altered between languages
- word-for-word translationRendering matching each term exactly
- medical transportVehicle carrying the injured
- transport hubJunction for vehicles, passengers
- in transitionUndergoing change between states
transfer, transport, translate, transition, transparent, translation, transgender, transmit, trance