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

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who recently received hip replacement surgery for a fall, is one of the most influential Democrats at 84. —Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024

And, perhaps most importantly, retrofits involve less disruption to daily operations compared to full equipment replacement. —Thomas Grizzetti, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024

The manufacturers of almost all of them will provide repairs, replacements, or refunds. —Adam Iscoe, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024

Thirteen months after the death of late owner Peter Seidler, the San Diego Padres have settled on a full-time replacement. —Dennis Lin, The Athletic, 21 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)