What's the difference between cisalpine and transalpine?

Cisalpine


Definition:

  • (a.) On the hither side of the Alps with reference to Rome, that is, on the south side of the Alps; -- opposed to transalpine.

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Transalpine


Definition:

  • (a.) Being on the farther side of the Alps in regard to Rome, that is, on the north or west side of the Alps; of or pertaining to the region or the people beyond the Alps; as, transalpine Gaul; -- opposed to cisalpine.
  • (n.) A native or inhabitant of a country beyond the Alps, that is, out of Italy.

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