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AH020387 Posted 16 years ago
Vocabulary
Consign VS assign
What is the difference between consign and assign?
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To consign means to transfer control of something over to another. In the US, we usually use this term when we're giving something to someone as collateral for a debt. For example, a consignment shop, otherwise known as a "**** shop" is a place where people of limited means bring their valuables to obtain a modest amount of money (under the assumption that they may come back within a certain period of time to get those valuables back at a slightly higher price).
- To consign means to transfer control of something over to another.
- In the US, we usually use this term when we're giving something to someone as collateral for a debt.
- For example, a consignment shop, otherwise known as a "**** shop" is a place where people of limited means bring their valuables to obtain a modest amount of money (under the assumption that they may come back within a certain period of time to get those valuables back at a slightly higher price).
- Whether or not the original owner manages to pay the money back is of little concern to the "pawnbroker" because the items can be resold to anyone after the time limit expires, producing a profit either way.
- To assign also means to transfer control over to, but usually is used when delegating responsibility or stewardship.
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To consign means to transfer control of something over to another. In the US, we usually use this term when we're giving something to someone as collateral for a debt. For example, a consignment shop, otherwise known as a "**** shop" is a place where people of limited means bring their valuables to obtain a modest amount of money (under the assumption that they may come back within a certain p
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