transact
UK: trænˈzækt | US: trænˈzækt
vt. to carry out or perform (a business deal, agreement, etc.)
vi. to conduct business or negotiations
transact = trans<across> + act<do>
- trans (Latin origin): Means "across," "beyond," or "through." Used in words like transport (carry across) and transmit (send across).
- act (Latin actus): Means "to do" or "drive." Found in words like action (the process of doing) and actor (one who performs).
Etymology Origin:
The word transact originates from Latin transigere (to drive through, accomplish), combining trans- (across) and agere (to do, drive). It entered English in the late 16th century, initially meaning "to settle or negotiate." Over time, it narrowed to focus on formal business dealings, reflecting the idea of "carrying out an action across parties."
The two companies transacted a merger last year.
He transacts business with clients worldwide.
The deal was transacted smoothly without delays.
She prefers to transact payments electronically.
Laws ensure fair practices when banks transact with customers.