Consign

usgb/kənˈsaɪn/
verb

To give or transfer something to someone for them to take care of.

Anne consigned her old furniture to an auction house.
Visual representation of "consign" - To give or transfer something to someone for them to take care of.

Often appears as...

  • consign to oblivion
  • consign to history
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Trust Implication

Using 'consign' suggests you trust the caregiver with your belongings or responsibilities.

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She consigned her plants to her neighbor before leaving for vacation.
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Long-term Care

'Consign' often implies that the item will be under someone else's care for a lengthy period.

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The museum consigned the ancient artifacts to the expert's care.
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Ownership Transfer

The act of consigning may lead to a transfer of ownership or public sale.

Illustration for Ownership Transfer
They consigned their grandfather's watch to the auction.
Visual representation of the word "Consign"

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