Definition

The action of sending or passing something from one place to another.

Example

The transmittal of the documents was completed on time.

Conversation

Did you see the transmittal I sent you yesterday?

Yeah, I got it! It was really helpful.

Great! I wanted to make sure the information was clear in the transmittal.

It definitely was; you explained everything perfectly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transmittal → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "mittere" (meaning to send). The word "transmittal" refers to the act of sending something across a distance or from one place to another.

Memory Tip

Think of sending something 'across' ('trans-') — that's what transmittal means.

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