Send

Definition

The term "send" describes the act of causing something to go or be taken to a particular destination or arranging for someone to go somewhere.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sɛnd/
• Respelling: send

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /sɛnd/
• Respelling: send

Etymology

The word "send" originates from Old English "sendan," meaning "to cause to go," which is derived from Proto-Germanic "sandijan." It has parallels in Old Norse "senda" and Gothic "sandjan," retaining its fundamental meaning across languages.

Derivatives

• Sender (noun)
• Sending (noun, adjective)
• Sent (verb, past tense)
• Resend (verb)
• Send-off (noun)

Synonyms

• Dispatch
• Transmit
• Deliver

Antonyms

• Receive
• Withhold
• Keep

Usage

The term "send" is widely used in communication, logistics, and interpersonal contexts. For example, "Please send the package by courier" (verb) or "He is the sender of the email" (noun).

Related Terms

• Transmission: The act of sending something, especially electronically.
• Dispatch: To send off something or someone promptly.
• Courier: A person or service that delivers items.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To cause to go or be taken to a destination: Refers to the act of delivering an object or message.
  • Example: "She sent the letter by mail."
• To arrange for someone to go somewhere: Refers to instructing or requesting a person to travel.
  • Example: "They sent a representative to the meeting."
• To transmit electronically: Refers to the act of transferring data or messages digitally.
  • Example: "He sent the document via email."