translocate: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
LowFormal, Technical
Quick answer
What does “translocate” mean?
To move or transfer something from one place to another.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
To move or transfer something from one place to another.
In scientific contexts, especially biology, to move organisms or cellular components to a new location.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage between British and American English.
Connotations
Technical and formal in both varieties.
Frequency
Equally rare in both, used primarily in academic and scientific writing.
Grammar
How to Use “translocate” in a Sentence
translocate something to somewheretranslocate something from X to YVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “translocate” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The team will translocate the endangered butterflies to a protected reserve.
American English
- Scientists translocate the genes to understand their role in development.
adverb
British English
- The species was translocated successfully, ensuring its survival.
American English
- They translocate the substances efficiently using advanced techniques.
adjective
British English
- The translocated population thrived in its new habitat.
American English
- Translocated materials were analysed for changes in properties.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rarely used; might appear in contexts involving corporate relocation or logistics.
Academic
Common in scientific disciplines such as ecology, genetics, and cell biology.
Everyday
Very uncommon; not typically used in casual conversation.
Technical
Frequently used in technical fields like conservation biology and biochemistry.
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “translocate”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “translocate”
- Using it intransitively (e.g., 'The animal translocated' instead of 'The animal was translocated').
- Misspelling as 'translocate' with one 's' or confusing with 'translate'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is predominantly used in formal and technical contexts, such as scientific research.
Yes, it can refer to moving both living organisms and non-living substances, especially in scientific settings.
'Translocate' often implies a more specific, scientific, or forced movement, while 'relocate' is more general and commonly used for people or objects.
In British English, it is pronounced /trænzˈləʊkeɪt/.
To move or transfer something from one place to another.
Translocate is usually formal, technical in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
'Trans-' means across, 'locate' means to place, so translocate means to move across places.
Conceptual Metaphor
Movement as a deliberate transfer of position.
Practice
Quiz
What is the primary meaning of 'translocate'?