replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplās-mənt 

1

: the action or process of replacing : the state of being replaced

2

: one that replaces another especially in a job or function

Synonyms

• backup
• cover
• designated hitter
• fill-in
• locum tenens
• pinch hitter
• relief
• reserve
• stand-in
• sub
• substitute

Examples of replacement in a Sentence

We need a replacement for our old vacuum cleaner.

Where can we get replacement parts for the tractor?

Recent Examples on the Web

When certain items were unavailable the model chose suitable replacements based on its own knowledge about cooking. —Will Knight, WIRED, 11 Dec. 2024

Traditionally, vehicle owners took their cars and trucks to dealerships, garages and other providers of service for such things as oil changes, tire rotation, battery replacement, and work related to recalls. —Bill Koenig, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024

Almost every ingredients label includes chemicals, soy bean oil, sugar or sugar replacements like high-fructose corn syrup. —Christopher O'Donnell, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024

Francona’s replacement in Cleveland, Stephen Vogt, won this year’s American League version of the award, with Kansas City’s Matt Quartaro finishing second. —C. Trent Rosecrans, The Athletic, 10 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing replacement

• estrogen replacement therapy
• hormone replacement therapy
• replacement set
• replacement therapy

Kids Definition

replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplā-smənt 

1

: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced

2

: one that replaces another : substitute

Legal Definition

replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment

1

a

: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced

b

: an insurer's option under a policy to replace or repair damaged property rather than pay the insured for the loss

2

: something that replaces

specifically : a new fixed asset or portion of an asset that takes the place of one discarded (as because of deterioration)