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Definition of replacement

replacement

/rɪˈpleɪsmənt/
re · place · ment
Plural:replacements
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Adjective:replaceable
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replacement Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The action or process of putting someone or something in the place of another.

Example

"The routine replacement of worn mechanical components helps prevent unexpected equipment failure."

2

A person or thing that takes the place or function of another.

Example

"When the project manager retired, the board quickly appointed a qualified replacement."

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• Rhymes for replacement

• Nearby Words

rephrase
replace
replaceable
replacement
replacer
replan
replant

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 18th century from the verb 'replace' and the noun suffix '-ment', probably modeled on French 'remplacement'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Replacement. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/replacement
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