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

Up top, Fati could also be a replacement for striker Robert Lewandowski should the Pole look tired against Michel's men. —Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024

Jericho Sims became Robinson’s initial replacement in the starting lineup in December but rolled his ankle five games later and didn’t play for about two weeks. —Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 8 Sep. 2024

And then it was recast with Barry Keoghan and Christopher Abbott, which isn’t exactly the worst replacement. —Alex Ritman, Variety, 7 Sep. 2024

Toronto will officially launch its new market in 2026, with the help of an eight-figure sum from the Canadian government, and the ground is being laid to make TIFF a contender, perhaps even a replacement, for the current reigning fall champ, the American Film Market. —Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Sep. 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)