Definition

Noun (plural) 1. A published record of the proceedings of a meeting, conference, or learned society: A formal, written account detailing what was discussed, presented, and decided during an official gathering. 2. The act or process of conducting business or carrying out an agreement: The series of actions involved in a business deal or exchange. (Note: This meaning is often used in the singular form "transaction" but appears collectively as "transactions").

Usage and Examples

• As a published record:

  • The transactions of the historical society are available in the library.
  • Her research paper was accepted for publication in the Transactions of the Royal Society.
  • The secretary is responsible for preparing the transactions from the annual board meeting.

• As the conducting of business (often in financial contexts):

  • The bank statement lists all my financial transactions for the month.
  • Secure online transactions are essential for e-commerce.
  • The company reviews all its business transactions at the end of the quarter.

Advanced Usage

• "Minutes and transactions": While sometimes used interchangeably in informal contexts, "minutes" often refer to the internal, concise record of decisions and action items from a meeting, whereas "" typically imply a more detailed, formal, and often published account, especially in academic or scientific contexts.
• Capitalization: When part of the official title of a publication, it is capitalized (e.g., ).

Variants and Related Words

• Transaction (n, singular): A single instance of conducting business or an exchange.
  • Each credit card transaction is verified for security.
• Transact (v): To carry out or conduct business.
  • The deal was transacted smoothly.

Synonyms

• Proceedings: The official record of a meeting. (Very close synonym for the first meaning).
• Minutes: A written summary of what was discussed and decided in a meeting.
• Dealings: Business activities or interactions.
• Exchanges: Acts of giving one thing and receiving another.

Antonyms

• Inaction: Lack of action or activity.
• Stagnation: A state of inactivity or lack of progress.

Related Phrases

• To record the transactions: To officially document the proceedings or business deals.
• A record of transactions: A document or log containing details of business exchanges or meeting events.

Noun

1. a written account of what transpired at a meeting