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Definition of transferee

transferee

/ˌtræns.fɚˈiː/
trans · fer · ee
Plural:transferees
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transferee Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person or entity to whom property, rights, or a legal title is conveyed by another.

Example

"Once the deed is signed, the transferee assumes full legal ownership and responsibility for the real estate."

2

An employee, student, or official who is moved or reassigned from one location, department, or institution to another.

Example

"The human resources department organized an orientation session to help the new corporate transferee settle into the regional office."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Do not confuse 'transferee' (the person or entity to whom property, rights, or a position is transferred) with 'transferor' (the person or entity making the transfer).

• Rhymes for transferee

• Nearby Words

transfer
transferability
transferable
transferee
transference
transferor
transferral

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Transferee. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/transferee
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