transfer (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /trænˈsfɜːr/

Definition

To move from one place, person, or thing to another, or to cause someone or something to do this.

Examples

• She decided to transfer her savings from her old bank to a new one.

• The patient was transferred to the intensive care unit.

• He will transfer to a different department next month.

How to Use transfer

transfer to (prepositional phrase)

To move to a different place, job, or situation. — "She will transfer to the London office next year."

transfer from (prepositional phrase)

To move from a previous place, job, or situation. — "He was transferred from the sales department to marketing."

transfer between (prepositional phrase)

To move something or someone from one of two or more places or situations to another. — "You can transfer money between your savings and checking accounts."

transfer of (collocation)

The act of moving something or someone. — "The transfer of power was peaceful."

Synonyms of transfer

Words with a similar meaning to transfer:

• move
• relocate
• convey
• shift

Antonyms of transfer

Words with the opposite meaning to transfer:

• keep
• hold
• retain

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