non-transferable

This ticket is non-transferable and must be used by the original purchaser.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Not capable of being passed from one person or entity to another: "non-transferable" describes something that cannot be legally or physically transferred, assigned, or conveyed to another party.
   • Not movable or portable: In a physical sense, it can refer to an object that cannot be moved from one location to another.

Usage Examples

• (The ticket cannot be given or sold to someone else.)
• (The award cannot be moved to a different institution.)
• (The legal right to use the software cannot be passed on.)

Advanced Usage

• "non-transferable skill": a skill that is specific to a particular job or context and cannot be easily applied elsewhere.

  • Operating a specialized machine is a non-transferable skill in this factory. (The ability is unique to that role and not useful in other jobs.)

• "non-transferable property": an asset that cannot be sold, given away, or inherited by law or contract.

  • The land grant was non-transferable, so it remained in the family for generations. (The land could not be legally passed to outsiders.)

Variants and Related Words

• Transferable (adj): capable of being moved or passed from one person or place to another.
  • This ticket is transferable; you can give it to a friend. (It can be passed on.)
• Transfer (v): to move or convey from one person, place, or situation to another.
  • They will transfer the funds to your account. (Move money.)
• Non-transferability (n): the quality or state of being non-transferable.
  • The non-transferability of the license was clearly stated in the contract. (The condition that it cannot be transferred.)

Synonyms

• Non-negotiable: not open to negotiation or transfer; fixed.
  • The terms of the agreement are non-negotiable. (Cannot be changed or transferred.)
• Non-assignable: cannot be assigned or delegated to another person.
  • The lease is non-assignable, so you cannot sublet the apartment. (Cannot be legally passed on.)
• Intransferable: not capable of being transferred (less common synonym).
  • The benefits are intransferable to other employees. (Cannot be passed on.)

Related Idioms

• "Tied to": restricted to a specific person or context, similar to non-transferable.
  • The voucher is tied to your account. (Cannot be used by anyone else.)
• "Non-negotiable": often used metaphorically to mean something that cannot be changed or transferred.
  • His commitment to the project was non-negotiable. (Fixed and unchangeable.)