Definition

The act of moving something from one place to another, often used in legal contexts.

Example

The transferal of property rights was completed last week.

Conversation

Have you heard about the transferal of property rights in that new law?

Yeah, I read something about it; it seems pretty complicated.

I was wondering how it affects current homeowners, though.

Good question! I think it might change the way we handle property sales.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transferal → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "ferre" (meaning to carry). The word "transferal" refers to the act of carrying something across from one place to another.

Memory Tip

Picture the idea of 'carrying' ('ferre') something 'across' ('trans-') — that's why transferal means to carry something across.

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