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transfer

When used as a verb, "transfer" is very versatile. It can describe moving people, money, or even data from one place to another. In transportation, when you "transfer," it usually means you are changing buses, trains, or planes to finish your trip. As a noun, the word often refers to the process itself (e.g., "the transfer of ownership") rather than the object being moved.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Chloe is staring at her dwindling bank balance in a campus cafe.

Chloe Smith

I'm literally broke. Can you transfer me twenty bucks until Friday?

Maya

Again? You need to stop blowing your budget on iced coffee.

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Chloe uses the word 'transfer' in the context of moving funds between bank accounts. The phrase 'literally broke' is common hyperbolic slang among students, and Maya's response reflects her role as the 'mom' of the group by giving a blunt reality check about Chloe's spending habits.

Meanings

verb (transitive)

To move someone or something from one place, position, or situation to another.

"The company decided to transfer the employee to the Tokyo office."

verb (transitive)

To move funds from one bank account to another.

"I need to transfer money from my savings account to my checking account."

verb (intransitive)

To change from one vehicle, route, or medium to another during a journey.

"You will have to transfer at Chicago O'Hare to reach your final destination."

noun

The act of moving something or someone to another place.

"The transfer of power took place peacefully after the election."

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