Transfer

trænsˈfɜr

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of moving something from one place to another.

The transfer of funds will be completed by the end of the day.

a change of place, position, or ownership.

Her transfer to the international branch was finalized.

a document or receipt that shows ownership or a contractual agreement.

The transfer took longer than expected due to missing paperwork.

verb

to move from one place to another.

The company plans to transfer production to a new facility.

to convey or transmit (something) from one person, place, or situation to another.

She will transfer her skills from the old position to the new one.

to change ownership or possession.

He decided to transfer the title of the property to his sister.

Middle English, from Latin transferre, meaning 'to carry across', from trans- 'across' + ferre 'to carry'.

transfer of power

The shift of authority from one entity to another.

money transfer

The electronic sending of funds from one account to another.

transfer student

A student who moves to a different institution to continue their education.

transference

The act of transferring or the state of being transferred.

transitory

Temporary, lasting for a short time.

To switch teams or clubs in sports.

He transferred to a rival team this season.

To change one's allegiance or loyalty.

She transferred her loyalty to the new brand after the scandal.