Meaning of the word transfer in English

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transfer

US /ˈtræns.fɝː/

UK /ˈtræns.fɝː/

move from one place to another

Example:

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Please transfer the files to the new folder.

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She decided to transfer to a different department.

Synonym:

convey relocate shift transmit transport

move (money) from one account to another

Example:

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You can transfer funds online.

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I need to transfer some money to my savings account.

Synonym:

remit wire deposit

an act of moving something or someone from one place to another

Example:

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The patient required a careful transfer to the new hospital.

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The company announced the transfer of its headquarters.

Synonym:

conveyance relocation shift transmission transportation

a ticket that allows a passenger to continue a journey on a different bus or train

Example:

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Do I need a transfer for the next bus?

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The bus driver gave me a free transfer.

Synonym:

pass ticket

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