What does replacement mean?
Replacement means A person or thing that takes the place of another; a substitute..
Replacement
/ɹɪˈpleɪsmənt/ · noun
Meaning
A person or thing that takes the place of another; a substitute..
Definitions by Sense
- A person or thing that takes the place of another; a substitute.
- The act of replacing something.
- The removal of an edge of crystal, by one plane or more.
Example Sentences
Rovers lost keeper Robinson to a calf problem at half-time and his replacement Mark Bunn, making his Premier League debut, was immediately called into action - pushing away a vicious Peter Odemwingie drive at the near post.
The replacement of that broken light-bulb will have to wait until I can buy a new one.
Synonyms for replacement
Antonyms for replacement
Related Words
Word Forms
- replacements
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for replacement?
Common synonyms include substitute, surrogate, switch, successor.
What is the opposite of replacement?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use replacement in a sentence?
Rovers lost keeper Robinson to a calf problem at half-time and his replacement Mark Bunn, making his Premier League debut, was immediately called into action - pushing away a vicious Peter Odemwingie drive at the near post.
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