transference
Transference (noun) means the act of moving something from one place, person, or situation to another. Example: “The transference of power happened peacefully.”
How to use transference
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMoving something across, or, in psychology, shifting old feelings onto a new person.
Word forms
transferences plural
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The _____ of power happened peacefully.
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What does “transference” mean?
The word “transference” means the act of moving something from one place, person, or situation to another. In plain terms, moving something across, or, in psychology, shifting old feelings onto a new person.
How do you pronounce “transference”?
“Transference” is pronounced TRANSFRNS (/tɹænsˈfəɹəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “transference” in a sentence?
Here is “transference” used in a sentence: “The transference of power happened peacefully.”
What is another word for “transference”?
Words with a similar meaning to “transference” include alienation, assignment and conveyance.
What part of speech is “transference”?
“Transference” is a noun.
How many meanings does “transference” have?
“Transference” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of moving something from one place, person, or situation to another.