transferring (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /trænsˈfɜːrɪŋ/

Definition

Moving someone or something from one place, person, position, or thing to another.

Examples

• The bank is transferring funds from my savings to my checking account.

• She is transferring to a different department next month.

• The disease can be transferred through casual contact.

How to Use transferring

transfer to (prepositional phrase)

To move to a different place, position, or group. — "She is transferring to the London office next year."

transfer from (prepositional phrase)

To move away from a place, position, or group. — "He transferred from the sales team to the marketing department."

transfer between (prepositional phrase)

To move something or someone from one entity to another of the same kind. — "The system allows you to transfer money between your different accounts."

transfer into (prepositional phrase)

To move something or someone into a new place or state. — "The funds will be transferred into your account within 24 hours."

Synonyms of transferring

Words with a similar meaning to transferring:

• move
• relocate
• convey
• shift

Antonyms of transferring

Words with the opposite meaning to transferring:

• keep
• hold
• retain

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